New Beginnings

The flowers have bloomed. The trees have sprouted new leaves. Birds chirp. Cafés bustle non-stop. Spring has arrived.

The regenerative miracle of Spring never ceases to astonish me. The short, cold days of winter give way to long, sun-filled days. Bare, gray trees cede to sprouting leaves and flourish. People shed their dark, heavy coverings to reveal light, colorful linens. What was once dormant awakes and lives without apology. It really is a site to behold.

This Spring is particularly astonishing for me because Winter seemed so long. So dark. So cold. These adjectives describe not only real, tangible phenomenon, but also a state of mind. Somehow I (someone who generally loves the Winter) was affected by a sort of seasonal slump, and it is truly amazing what some warm weather, sun, and renewed personal relationships can do to chase those blues away.

I've rediscovered old friends and what a pleasure it has been! Color is back in my life, flowers are blooming, and smiles abound. I hope your Spring is as full of life as mine!