The long, cold, winter seemed to last forever! It seemed like it would never leave. I actually laughed when I thought about the official first day of Spring being March 20th! There was still about 3 feel of snow in our yard! The ice was still pretty thick on the lake. People were getting fed up! And then, just when you thought winter was over, it snowed again!!
Now it’s the beginning of May, and I’m fairly optimistic that winter is finally over here in Northern Ontario. I’ve been walking the highway near my home, and the creek is now completely open, and the lake is almost there too! Just a couple of thin floating ice patches left.
Before you know it, we’ll be hearing the float planes taking off in the morning; a sure sign that summer is here!
As much as people here like to complain about the weather, I actually like the fact that we have four distinct seasons here. Sure, winter sometimes lasts a bit longer than we’d like, but even winter can be beautiful. Especially if you get outside and enjoy it!
Now that Spring looks like it’s finally here, I love watching the subtle changes everyday, seeing the leaves appear on the trees, and everything looking so lush and alive! I love seeing the water rushing down the rivers and waterfalls, and sometimes catching a glimpse of wildlife wandering around.
Every season brings its own beauty, and I look forward to every change and what the new season will bring. With Spring, everything is waking up after a long rest, and I feel like people do that too. More people are getting out and about after a winter of hibernation. It’s so nice to see people out walking, enjoying the nicer weather, stopping to chat with their neighbours, sitting outside on their decks.
I’m feeling more energized too! I’ve been a bit lazy lately about getting out for my walks, but now that Spring is in the air, I’ve been feeling more motivated to get outside and get some exercise!
This is actually the perfect time to be outside; you don’t have to walk through slush and snow, the weather warmer, and so far, no bugs! And I live in Northern Ontario, so you know they’ll be out soon! Blackfly season is definitely a thing! Hahaha!
I hope you embrace the changing seasons too, and make the most of every day to take in the beauty that surrounds you.
Here are a few suggestions for keeping your spirits up during the transition to nicer weather:
Mineral Sunscreen - you may not think you need it but you do! Those UV rays are sneaky!
Spring Diffuser Blend - Lemon, Lavender and Eucalyptus Radiata (a couple of drops of each)
It will freshen up your home, and uplift your spirits!
Outdoor Blend - you’re going to need this soon. Blackfly season is coming!
Thieves essential oil blend (and all the Thieves products) Sometimes changes in the seasons lead to more people catching colds and whatnot, so get that Thieves going in your diffuser, or put it on the bottoms of your feet before you go out.
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