Ah-choo!

Flower clusters loaded with pollen are falling off the huge Ash tree at the rear of our building and more will be falling soon from the towering Oak tree in the front yard. Windborne tree pollen is in the air and those of us who are allergic to it are having reactions: Sneezing, itchy eyes, drippy nose and general malaise. To all my fellow sufferers, have courage, this too shall pass. Meanwhile, rest quietly, take allergy pills if you can and stay indoors as much as possible.

--Bernice