Signs of spring continue to emerge here at the farm.  Last week the crew uncovered the herb beds, removing straw that insulated and protected the plants from wind and cold during the long, harsh winter.  Miraculously, young green chives, oregano, and parsley are already popping up.  It may seem premature to have exposed these tender plants, but the vast majority of the newly uncovered herbs are frost hardy, so they should survive any lingering winter weather.  As the season progresses, we'll soon see the return of the thyme, lavender, and rosemary we use in our Fresh Little Farm Girl soaps.  We're already looking forward to sharing and enjoying these flavorful herbs and all the rest of the bounty to come. 

Pictured above, spring peepers are a common tree frog in the region whose distinctive call is widely recognized as a harbinger of spring.  Three days ago we heard their song for the first time this year, a promising sign that spring-like weather is just around the corner.  We look forward with great anticipation to tilling, planting, and the rebirth that spring brings to the natural world.