The soil water content improved significantly over the last month, to a point that grass, flowers, trees and water supplies are not exhibiting drought stresses.  We had our first RUNOFF event a week ago.  Think it is the first runoff in over a year...  That's along time for this geography.  Planting of all types, row crops, gardens and fruits and vegetables have all gone well to this point.  The Spring weather is ahead about 10 days.  Morels were in short supply this year due to the drought.  Ticks are really, really thick this season - don't know why but for anyone venturing outdoors in our region, be generous with protection! Picture is of 1937 JD model B, which my Grandfather bought new in fall of 1936.  Note that the grass is about half as tall as it should be...