One of my favorite times of year is here once again – Spring! Spring is such a sensual time of year. Everything wakes up after winter from the grass, trees and flowers to people’s mood and libido.
The naked earth is warm with Spring,
And with green grass and bursting trees
Leans to the sun’s kiss glorying,
And quivers in the sunny breeze.
~Julian Grenfell
Remember when you were a kid and you’d go out and play in the puddles? You’d relish in the chance to unbutton your coat. You’d get to the playground to use the swings and slide that you had to stay away from for months. You’d find new bird’s nests, look for signs of life all around you. Spring was new beginning, new play opportunities, warmth after months of cold.
As adults, we’ve forgotten the joy of spring. Now it’s just more work. Cleaning up the yard. Dealing with flooding garages or sheds. Moving snow around in the yard so the piles in the shadey side by the fence go away more quickly. Spring cleaning the house. It never seems to end.
If I had my life to live over, I would start barefoot earlier in the spring and stay that way later in the fall. ~Nadine Stair
I challenge you this year to revisit some of your childhood attitudes toward spring. Awaken your senses and feel springy in your body and attitude this spring.
- When you hear a bird, take a moment to listen to it’s song.
- As you walk out the door in the morning, take a moment to see how the air smells differently each day.
- The visual world changes daily this time of year. Take a moment to see how far the snow has receded, whether or not there is any green in your lawn, garden or trees.
- Enjoy the change in weather. It’s great to put away the heavy coat. Allow the warmer weather to wash over you rather than rushing from place to place. Feel the warmth on your skin.
- Most of all, take time to play! Go to the local playground and get on the swings. Make snow moving or spring cleaning a game. Anything can be fun with right attitude.
Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” ~Robin Williams
Spring is such a perfect time to awaken your senses and your sensuality. Take the time to give yourself the gift of enjoyment of the season. It doesn’t take much. When you take these little bits of me time, you will feel the power of spring to uplift your mood, your motivation, your joy of life. It will make you feel bubbly! Hey, now there’s a fun way to play for you – blow some bubbles!
Happy Springy – ing!
Hugs, Christie