Before the spring equinox, as the earth starts to warm with
lengthening days, they appear quietly gently nuzzling their way from the
protection of leaves and soil. We look for them as spring approaches – to let
ourselves know that the dark dismal days of winter are receding behind us and
adventure and hope are before us.
Small spring flowers, in the wilds and our gardens. We begin
to see Indian Plum, tassels of white shivering in the breeze like pom-poms of
an excited cheerleader, willing her team to win. Indian Plum lets us know that
our hopes will be answered, quickly as other flowers begin to bloom.
In the garden, Snow Drops and Crocus emerge to add
brightness to the day. Short-lived Camellias splash color across waxy green
shrubs. Not long afterwards spring begins to fill your senses.
The air smells cleaner after a spring shower. Bird song
fills the air. The sun begins to warm your face. There’s a lightness in your
being, a bounce in your step, a smile on your lips.
Revel in spring.
