Here we are in March, “officially” spring. “In like a lion, out like a lamb” is the old saying. That especially holds true in New England. Here in Connecticut, our first real taste of snow was just recently. It was one of the warmest winters on record here, with very little true snowy weather. It always gets stormy and cold around St. Patrick’s Day, however. No matter where you live, March is a good time to “spring clean” and “spruce up” indoors and out. Once the nicer late spring weather arrives, it’s outside that I will be! Still, the “lull” of March is something I enjoy as I “tinker” about. Join me as I share a few “Suburban Farmgirl” tips!
Thank you for your March post! I am from Connecticut and currently live on Long Island. I love your outdoor photos! Also, you might like Dr. Sheffield’s certified natural toothpastes. They are vintage!
Hi Kiki, happy Spring! Thanks for “dropping by” and for the tip! I will check it out. Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Love your blog!! First time reading it. Enjoyed all of your March cleaning tips for inside and out.
Looking forward to April’s. God is good all the time!! May your Easter Celebration include Him.
Hi Deborah, and welcome to the Suburban Farmgirl Blog! Thank you so much, and I hope you will visit me again! Have a wonderful Easter! Thank you for commenting. Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Lots of great ideas! Thanks so much!
Thank you, Kathy! Have a great start to spring! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Greetings from New Hampshire,
One of my favorite ways to start the day is with a cup of coffee and one of your posts.
As a fellow New Englander I completely relate to this one(as well as your others).
Enjoy the the rest of March and Happy Easter to you too.
Looking forward to next months post.
Hello Karen! Thank you so much! Hasn’t it been a nice winter? Hopefully spring continues with lovely weather. Yesterday I was in the garden. In the shade, there are a few piles of snow still waiting to thaw, but in the sunnier area of the yard I saw leaves “move” – then I realized it was not leaves I was seeing. Several Mourning Cloak butterflies had hatched and were drying their wings in the sun. Now I know spring is on the way to us, for sure! Happy Easter, and thank you again for “dropping by” for coffee! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
First time I have taken a moment to read your blog. Loved it. Love the tips and the style of your delivery. Awesome job. My time is always so limited, but I will be sure not to miss future blogs. It was a nice way to spend a few moments with a “friend”.
Hi Kimberley, Thank you so very much and welcome! Glad to have you join me here. I hope you have a lovely start to spring, and will “visit” again! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Hi!
I can’t wait to really get out in my backyard & do some cleaning up. We had a drastic temp drop about a month ago & everyone is watching all bushes & trees to see if they will make it or not.
Once again, I so enjoy reading your posts!
Hi Denise, I hear ya! I was outside a little bit yesterday. I know all about those drastic temp drops. We have had that in previous years. The best you can do with your plants and trees is to wait it out. Hope you did not get too much damage! Happy start to spring, and I will “see” you next month! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Hi! Always like reading your blogs! Keep up the good work!
Hi Aileen, thank you so very much! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Love your great tips and beautiful photos…
The garbage can “hack” is genius!!!
Look forward every month to your uplifting blog.
Hi Julie, thank you so much! My trick worked like a charm, nothing is worse than coming home with garbage all over. Hope you have a nice start to spring! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Thank You for the tips. That coyote is big!. Be careful.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn, thank you! Isn’t that a big coyote? So healthy looking and beautiful, I just don’t want to see it around when I am out with my pups! We have been very careful when going outside. Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Our weather here in North Carolina has been so unpredictable but I am excited its getting warmer. Only problem there’s more to be done and only one of me! Flowers have multiplied and I have got to sell some much to my dismay. Too I need to start getting my garden ready. I love those fresh veggies!
Oh Cathy, I hear ya! I feel like that sometimes, so much to do, so little time and only one of me! But once all the chores are done, it is so nice to sit back and look at how great all the hard work makes things look. I have started my indoor seeds and can’t wait to have a full garden. Happy spring! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Loved your post Nicole. It has been quite the winter for us with LOTS of snow. We have been in extreme drought for the past few years so it’s great to see the moisture. It’s more like it was when I was growing up here.
We just hope that spring runoff isn’t too rapid, causing flooding. It will be great to see our lakes fill up again.
Take care . . . have a great spring!
CJ
Hi Dear Friend! Thank you, CJ, I am glad you enjoyed this month’s blog. I have seen all the snow you have had this year. Glad you are getting the moisture…are you all officially out of the drought? We were in a bad one for awhile, too. It seems that Mother Nature always catches up, eventually. Always good to hear from you. Big Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Springtime in Colorado is also unpredictable. One never knows what the weather will bring. I’m looking forward to warmer days and working outside. I’ve been hiking a bit this spring too.Thanks for your blog.
Hi Ruth, I bet it is so pretty where you are. I have yet to make it to Colorado…someday! It has been all over the place with our weather this week – sun, hail, snow flurries, rain…I am dreaming of being in my garden on a warm day. SOON! Hang in there! Enjoy your hiking trips, and thanks for leaving a comment! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Salutations from Ottawa, Illinois! I will be buying Bar Keepers Friend for sure. I have been spring cleaning since March 1st.
Hello Corina from Illinois! Thank you for joining me here! I use the Barkeepers Friend on vintage metal, too. It is a great, classic powder, and I am glad they advertised it for oven doors. I am so happy how sparkling they look! Happy cleaning and Happy Spring! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Thank you Nicole! I agree that your blogs are always fun, uplifting and include great tips and finds! And, yes; I remember Wild Kingdom 🙂 Ha ha. Happy Spring to you….
Hi Tammy, thank. You so very much! It means a lot to me to hear that you like my blog. I really appreciate when readers reach out and say things like that. Happy Spring! Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole