Little Signs of Spring

I finally got a new lens to replace the one that no longer worked. It’s been over six months. Sadly, I did not see any birds today to try it out on, but I did catch this little bud on an overhead branch. 
Grateful for...the time I’ve had with my sister the past six months. I was supposed to take her to her chemo appointment today, but she was admitted to the hospital last night and will be going to hospice. Her brain cancer is back with a vengeance and there is nothing more that can be done. We were both looking forward to nicer days outside in the sun, but that will not be. Still, I am grateful for all the hours we had. It’s been bittersweet.