Every year, Punxsutawney, PA and the world waits to find out if Punxsutawney Phil, the groundhog, will see his shadow. If he dashes back from seeing his shadow, we're stuck with six more weeks of winter. If he sticks around above ground, then spring is around the corner.
The tradition dates back to the 18th century when winter was long and bleak. German folklore originally had the badger or hedgehog as the seasonal predictor, but in Pennsylvania, the groundhog became the harbinger of spring.
Phil is one star who never misses his yearly performance and has an impressive record as "Groundhog of the Year" since 1887.
So, what happened this morning?
Sorry, folks, don't put the heavy coats, gloves or scarves... you'll need them for six more weeks as Phil saw his shadow this morning.
He's gone back into hiding. See ya next year, Phil!
The tradition dates back to the 18th century when winter was long and bleak. German folklore originally had the badger or hedgehog as the seasonal predictor, but in Pennsylvania, the groundhog became the harbinger of spring.
Phil is one star who never misses his yearly performance and has an impressive record as "Groundhog of the Year" since 1887.
So, what happened this morning?
Sorry, folks, don't put the heavy coats, gloves or scarves... you'll need them for six more weeks as Phil saw his shadow this morning.
He's gone back into hiding. See ya next year, Phil!
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