Well, we survived yesterday's ice storm and luckily had no major damage. A few downed limbs and a brief power outage are all we really experienced here. The kids were very disappointed to be out of school and not have any snow to play in.

But, while it's been pretty cold outside, it's warm and sunny in the guest room.

Eggplant and peppers are going strong. Tomatoes have been planted and are just beginning to sprout.

A look at the set-up

The lid is on the closest box, holding in the moisture until the seeds have all sprouted. The other box contains the more mature seedlings -- no lid for them.

It's hard to believe it looking out the window, but spring is around the corner. I don't know about you, but I'm ready!