We’ve enjoyed a break between the storms but more wet weather is on the way starting Saturday evening into Sunday and then again Monday – Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service on Friday.
Nevertheless, the break between storms has given the magnolias and other flowering plants a chance to bask in the sun.
Everywhere you look, magnolias 
A profusion of magnolia blossoms on Scenic Ave
A winter storm watch has been issued for the Sierras and southern Cascades Sunday – Monday:
