Spring to Winter

The vernal or spring equinox arrived March 20th ushering in winter cold temperatures again, just in time to welcome travellers home!

Last week, which was 'March break' for schoolchildren and teachers alike, gave those who did not get away a wonderful taste of warm spring weather.

On the weekend those sporting deeply tanned faces, bundled in winter coats, were probably wishing they could turn back the clock one more week or at least a few days to continue soaking in those awesome southern rays!

I recall the days when my own children were school-aged. Each winter the spring break became a ritual family getaway.

For several of those years we owned two homes and were fortunate to frequent the south throughout all twelve months. Whether we drove or flew we always kept a vehicle at each location.

Those days are long gone.

Even though the sweet memories remain, I would not wish to turn back the clock.

Every season of life has its own special moments of beauty, and this stage is one that I am enjoying.

"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift. That is why it is called the present."

The present moment is all that we have and gifts are to be enjoyed, no matter what the weather . . . .