No, it's not snow. The white stuff are cottonwood seedlings which signal grass pollen season in the Midwest.
Sunny days and warm weather are just around the corner. Those of us that live in the Midwest have already begun to feel the impact of tree pollen and molds. Winds from the south not only give us some days of relief from the bitter winter cold, but also expose us to allergy triggers from afar (tree pollen and mold spores).
I have posted articles addressing the how to's on preparing for spring allergy season. See some of the links below for review.
Here is a short video discussing allergy triggers and patient decision-making.
Posting on tips: Preparing for Spring Allergy Season
You don't have to suffer from your allergies through spring, summer and fall if you have a plan. A good plan begins with knowing what you are allergic to. Your plan should be a joint effort between you and your doctor. A good plan allows some patient preferences (particularly in selecting medication) combined with sage advice from you health provider on when and how to take your medication. There should also be emphasis on environmental controls. There are things you can do to avoid outdoor allergen exposure that should not include staying indoors. See the above links. And tell me what you think!