It's been a month now since spring has sprung in New Jersey, at least according to the calendar.
Except for one beautiful day last Saturday, it's been lots of clouds, wind, rain and persistent cold.
On Wednesday, workers from Marine Maintenance & Construction, based in Clayton, were nearing the finish line with the seasonal installation of the Mercer County Waterfront Docks in Trenton.
Surely, this is the sign of spring we have been waiting for.
The public docks were built and installed in 2002 for $1 million, with the intention of providing continued access to the Delaware River for walkers, fishermen and boaters.
Located outside Arm & Hammer Park, home of the New York Yankees minor league affiliate Trenton Thunder, the docks stretch along the river behind the River View Plaza office complex.
New Jersey's Tall Ship, the A.J. Meerwald typically docks there each year as part of its sailing schedule.
It's a popular place for fishermen too.
Michael Mancuso may be reached at mmancuso@njadvancemedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @michaelmancuso Find NJ.com on Facebook.