Cold, Cold, Cold

April can be an 'iffy' month, cold, rainy, etc., and this particular one is doing a fine imitation of February. Frosty mornings, windy with substantial gusts, and just plain cold. Mid-morning is now just 37 degrees.
Spring flowers and cherry blossoms are delayed because of the chill. Last year, with not a single drop of rain in March, the blossoms were dried up and spent by this time.
Consequently, we've spent more time in the basement, where the climate is much better. The dogs really like it, too. Was once a 'no-go' zone for them, Irene was the only one allowed. We need to find furniture, but that will come in time.