Spring has arrived in Cape Cod, bringing a welcome change after a rigorous winter characterized by icy winds and heavy snowfall. The region is starting to warm up, with obvious signs of spring in the flowering of snowdrops and crocuses, and the birds singing as daylight extends into the afternoon. Despite the cold ocean, the locals are embracing the arrival of the season, marked by budding trees and the return of robins. Gardeners are encouraged to reconsider the use of pesticides and herbicides, which can harm pollinators and beneficial insects, and it is suggested to engage in conversations with landscapers to adopt more environmentally friendly practices.