There’s always a moment in spring when I look around and wonder when everything became so pretty. I had that moment last night when I stepped outside after the rain to take care of a few chores.

Maybe it’s because I’ve been voluntarily sequestered and missing the changes, trying desperately to shake off spring allergies and move on with life. Maybe it really did happen overnight.

Regardless, I suddenly noticed everything was a thousand shades of green, that the trees have filled out, and that the pink and purple creeping phlox are creeping steadily across the hill behind my house.

This clematis has exploded into bloom and is a striking sight, an unexpected outcome considering that this plant was a sad little impulse buy from a clearance rack a few years ago.

This is one of the reasons I appreciate spring. There’s always something new to explore and some little living thing is given a chance to contribute to the beauty and intrigue of this world.

If your spring allergies can stand it, I hope you get outside and enjoy all the beautiful changes in the world this weekend.