Where’d it go? Where’s the snow? Can’t hold it back anymore

Where’d it go? Where’s the snow? Can’t hold it back anymore

Blizzard Elsa rolled into Appleton like an out-of-control party guest no one recalled inviting. She spewed her icy rage all over town, and left a real mess in her wake. Officially, Elsa dropped 27.5 inches of snow on our fair city, and we were all glad to see her go. Even Midwest hospitality has its [...]

Ode to the field of crocuses that made my day

Ode to the field of crocuses that made my day

Darling crocus, You pop up unexpectedly and turn a dull weekday into spring. First flower, saffron shield, happy herald, brave bulb. You arrive with far less fanfare than your thirstier cousins, claim your space on the frozen ground, next to piles of dirty snow and creeping ice, and wave those dainty petals with unfettered glee. [...]