Is it winter or spring?

In the last few days we have been having beautiful weather. It makes me believe that we are in for an early spring. I will say this, this has been the warmest winter in about three years. Walking the dog I have seen bees, lizards running amongst the leaves, mushrooms, other bugs and toad activity. Least I forget all the noisy birds who are real happy with the warmer weather.

This little beetle was scurrying off to hide in the grass.

Mushrooms in January!