Spring in the yard

27 April 2014: I spent most of today inside grading papers, which kind of stinks, but I did get some joy from seeing this pretty tree blooming outside.

I'm also fond of this patch of tulips by the mailbox. I don't remember planting the yellow ones in the fall, though of course I know I did. They sprung up like a pleasant surprise. I don't even mind the dandelions that are everywhere. They complement the tulips nicely.