I learned today that my farming endeavors may not begin as early as planned. Escrow was scheduled to close next week but has, once again, been delayed due to the conflict between El Nino and an “engineered” septic system. California is experiencing a January with rains heavier than usual which is causing the delay in getting the system completed. Last month, the delay was caused by the inability to get a permit while the county took a furlough during the holidays; this month, it’s a new ballgame.
I can’t help wonder if the utility companies will think I’m crazy when I call them to postpone installation once again. I suppose the silver lining is that it’s happening during the winter months and not at a time when my plantings will be delayed. My only regret is that there aren’t any rain barrels collecting all of this nitrogen-laden liquid for Springtime watering.
However, if I’m going to learn to live in accordance with Mother Nature’s time clock, what better time to start than now.
Millie's Farm 
Wow, I’m sorry you have another delay, but this is an excellent time for you to drive down and check out the drainage on the property and see whether the road into your property is flooded.
Plant anyway. Bulbs, seeds, etc., but not small plants as the giant horned rats will eat them.