Pussy willows are a sign of spring

Large pussy willows are easily seen alongside Main Street in East Wilton on Friday, March 25. The cheery greyish white blooms are an indication spring is coming. Pam Harnden/Livermore Falls Advertiser

A closer look at pussy willow blossoms in East Wilton Friday, March 25, show rain drops left from a storm earlier in the day. Pam Harnden/Livermore Falls Advertiser

Several rain drops cling to a pussy willow blossom in East Wilton Friday, March 25. Freezing rain had changed to rain before stopping a few hours earlier. Pam Harnden/Livermore Falls Advertiser