In early spring when a warm, sunny day arrives, it is a special
gift. Within a couple months days like
this will become common. However, right
now it is to be savored.
Today has been one of those lovely days. We had to go downtown and ended up walking
around and then eating lunch at a sidewalk table. The city was bustling with kids on spring
break and people attending our local music festival. Short sleeves, sun glasses, smiles, and laughter
were everywhere. It’s hard to frown on a
day like this.
At the moment I’m sitting on our deck enjoying the warmth. There is a chorus of bird calls and
songs. With the exception of the large
spruce tree in front of me, the leaves on the trees are just beginning to bud
out. From here I can see our quince bush
in full bloom next to our house, the neighbor’s bright yellow forsythia in the
distance, plus a few dandelions about six feet away—those are the only
flowers. Many plants still look dead,
but I know they will come to life in the next two months.
I tend to come to life in the spring, too. In the winter I want to sit in my warm house;
it takes an effort to venture out. As
the days get warmer and the sun shines longer, I am ready to go out and enjoy
the world. Welcome spring!
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