Finally, the snow is retreating, leaving enough bare ground that a person can safely walk without getting her feet wet. Muddy, but not wet. Little patches of green grass are everywhere (except in our yard which is a whole other topic best left alone). Tiny forbs are sending out small shoots and I was even able to find one tiny flower. Sky found her own treasure.
Bitterroot leaves
Those might be steershead leaves
Sprouts against a sun-warmed rock
Waterleaf
Tiny lomatium flower
Balsamroot
octopus wood
I think these are currants
I found it. You throw it.
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