The Groundhog is Wrong. Farmer Jeff says Spring is almost here!
I'm ready for the nice weather.
Once upon a time, there was a groundhog who came out of his den, looked around and then decided whether he was up for good or going back for a nap. Nowadays, they drag him out of his den, force him outside whether he wants it or not, and then, if it’s a sunny day – he sees his shadow. But if it’s cloudy, he doesn’t. DUH. Does anyone else think this is fixed?
My friend, Jeff Becker, who has been farming so long that he looks like Santa when he grows his beard in the wintertime, has a different criteria. He watches the birds. Last week, numerous flocks of geese were returning to the area. Now, they don’t come for a few days and leave. They are here to stay if the climate is ready for them.
So don’t listen to the groundhog – listen to the geese. Spring is almost here. Get ready to take the bike out.
Thanks Jeff.
