more rain and snow needed

The recent storms brought some much needed moisture to the Deep Creek area but much more is needed. A good layer of snowfall is present in the Deep Creek drainage and that is a start. While working up at my place today I tested the soil to see how deep the moisture had penetrated. Dry soil was found about 12 inches below the surface. Although it rained hard enough to run off on the surface, the penetration was minimal and did little more than water the surface roots of the vegetation. So....I am going to keep up that rain dance and hope the Mojave River rises! Stay warm everyone and enjoy the holidays.