March is shaping up nicely in Ohio this year. My kids left for school today without a coat. Sure, it snowed a few days ago, but today will be 70. The weather here is as random as my life. It fits.
The dreary grays of late February have gone. Snow is *probably* behind us. Summer is ahead. The bravest blades of grass are already rearing their heads among the sleepy brown ones. Earth worms are readily feeding the masses of Robins in my yard. Bless their hearts.
All the signs are here. By signs I mean the telephone poles covered in bright fliers announcing neighborhood yard sales and kiddie fishing derbys.
Inside is another story.
My kids have all grown a mile. I didn't notice it until now. As I fold and store their warmer clothes, and drag out totes full of t-shirts and sundresses, I see how quickly they are trying to leave me. They all need new things. Taller, broader, growing faster than the tulips out back. What's a mom to do?
This mom has outgrown her summer clothes too, but they don't notice that either. Because love blinds us to those things. Because we're all growing so quickly, I'm planning a summer of memories. Zoos and hikes and backyard baseball. I might not get them September through May, but the summer is still mine.
So, I'm sipping coffee and watching spring arrive with a smile. There's so much wonderful ahead of us. I can't wait to get started.
Your post brought a smile to my face, Julie. Even though it's still rainy and cold here, the daffodils are popping out with their sunny yellow faces. Summer is certainly on the way.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post! You must still be delirious from the lack of sleep! No, seriously, very beautiful.
I just went throught my kids' clothes and was like what! I've grown too....but sssshh.
See you soon! (can't believe I can actually say that!)
With the temperatures aiming for 80 here in southern KY today, I do believe spring and summer are both just around the corner. I too have seen much growth in my kids over the past couple of seasons. Where is that pause button?
ReplyDeleteLovely heartwarming post. Enjoy the day!
Lovely post Julie! Early this morning the grass was white, as it had frozen a little, but they predict the temperature will reach 19 degrees Celsius today, which really is almost summer! Ofcourse, it won't last for longer than a day.
ReplyDeleteI love watching all the crocuses and daffodils outside through my office window. The trees are getting little buds too.