Cassandra Gardiner returns with this week’s offering. Guest opinion articles do not necessarily reflect the views of the publication. Ed
So pleasantly sunny, if a little chilly, these past few days have been. Clear and fresh, the longer daylight hours giving extra time, encouraging outdoor activities, walking, gardening and short trips as we acclimatize to the warmth.
It comes so simply, yet such a welcome treat.
Rising in the morning, pulling back the curtains to see a soft, glowing sun, lifting from the horizon into vacuous blue, with wisps of cloud and occasional slip-streams.
A breath of fresh air
Opening the windows, airing the house and planning or starting re-decoration projects, repairs and home improvements.
Swapping heavy coats for light jackets, considering sandals to shoes, finding the sunglasses and even taking lunch, coffee or a picnic outside in a sheltered, sunny spot. Getting more done and still finding time to unwind in the daylight.
Changing seasons
Stimulating natural response, the seasons draw us to change. Spring, when all begins again, seeds germinate and off-spring grow. As fruit ripens, we enjoy the heat and luxury of Summer, seaside bathing, shady retreats, mild breezes and leisurely evenings outside.
Then glorious Autumn, as crops are harvested, the fullness of summer ends and colours burn golden reds. Before the Winter sets in, fireworks and bonfires light the blue-black velvet sky, withdrawing indoors, slowing, the nights closing in, we snuggle down in woolly jumpers and thick socks.
Poor weather a distant memory
Seeing nature rejuvenating the garden, pale pinks and white, contrasting with stark yellows and radiant reds in the hedges and flower beds. Once more, planning trips to fun-fairs, parks, museums and gardens, without issue of poor weather conditions and hampered journeys.
With Winter past, less and less recollection is given to the storms, persistent rain and disasters caused by flooding. Like the new lambs jumping in the fields, so too the sunny weather puts a spring in our step.
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