MOOD BOARD

 How is it possible another weekend is gone by? And another busy one, so excuse my absence. I had an event and birthday party in Philadelphia. But the spring like weather we had took a turn into the cold temps again and yes...another snow! At one point in looked like a white out blizzard here in Bucks County. I almost wasn't going to go as I walk over to my regional rail to catch the train into town. Well, I went, and by time the train got into Philly, which was a 30 minute trip...nothing. Philly had gotten no rain, no snow, and wind. Hard to believe how different the weather from town to town can be. I was out amongst some of the biggest crowds yet, and was shocked by the number of masks still being worn. I wore mine mostly in the crowds and some shops, I went in, and on the train where it is still mandatory. Had to stop at Shane's Confectionery. How could I not, and they are not only still masking, but still limiting the store to ten people. On the way back to the train Sunday from a nice walk about the city, I ran into the Market Street St Patrick's Parade, by pure coincidence. All these years have never seen it. It was quite the parade, as Philly does do and put on a good parade. Heard some excellent String band and Irish music. It is things like this I miss about living in the cosmopolitan city atmosphere. It almost seemed like old times... a new normal, with good friends, some dancing, some cock-a-tails, brunch, and a nice walk about the city, got some great photos. And the men's! Oh Lord, are they ever still good looking down there. Met a few handsome things. I never been one to celebrate St Patrick's, even though I'm part Irish. Well with exception to my guilty pleasure of the Shamrock Shake, which I have already had 5. The clover here is sprouting. Before you use a weed killer, take a second look. They frequently pop up in the yard, reminding you that others are always thinking of you. And squirrels love feasting on the white flower when they bloom. I love seeing them in the grass.