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After all the cold weather, walking around in the sunshine and seeing the first flowers blooming is a real treat. Spring is the busiest time of the year here at Whispering Winds. With only a handful of months between freezes, you have to move fast to get things planted in time. While this can contribute to a feeling of being rushed, it’s always worth slowing down and taking in the newness & beauty bursting all around. After only a few weeks, the landscape totally transforms into a sea of colors and lush vegetation. Baring witness to this metamorphosis is definitely one of the highlights of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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