Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature — the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.

– Rachel Carson, Sense of Wonder

Welcome to Spring.

Yesterday was the official first day but I refused to celebrate it since the season didn’t actually begin until 11:06 p.m. So I decided to wait until today. There is indeed something healing in the refrains of nature and in the natural cycles that let us know there is an order of things and even the darkest of days will be ok.

Today will be 51 degrees and windy with sun and clouds here in southern Ohio. If the last few days are any indication, the bird feeders will be packed and there will be more new things to notice around the yard as Mother Nature breathes fresh left into our surroundings.

I hope to take a lunch break and to spend some time doing a small chore or two outside. Doesn’t that sound wonderful? Even if you can’t spend time outside, contemplate the beauty of this season and you’ll be better for it. 

Happy Spring, friends! 

PS: The photo above is a prolific forsythia in my parents’ yard. Isn’t it beautiful?