A much anticipated herald of spring

Fresh Crocus flowers and leaves pushing up through a fresh snow-fall.

How I look forward to seeing these little beauties! Even though I'm keeping an eye out for them, it's always a happy surprise to see that first thin, determined leaf knifing through the snow. 

Not that I hate winter, far from it - I really enjoy the change of seasons; each brings its own style of beauty. But, come the end of those long Wisconsin winters that seem to keep fighting to stay just a little longer, it's always nice to see Spring pushing its way in. 

This image is one of a set of three from this shoot that would make a nice triptych ~ heralds trumpeting in spring and shouldering winter aside!

What is your favorite harbinger of Spring?