A Harbinger of Spring

© Madroon Community Consultants (MCC)

Cognoscenti will recognize the 25m Dwingeloo telescope in the background. On March 10th, these sheep were stoically lined up against a bitter nor'easter. Today, Easter monday, offers equally bracing conditions.

Traditionally, the Dutch are resigned to shiver until the King's birthday (April 27th), with only an occasional nice day to keep up their spirits. In the meantime, they cling to other signs of spring, like this hapless little lamb.