weekend wander

The weather has turned to spring here. It is simply intoxicating. The winter was terribly mild, so mild that it just doesn't seem possible that spring could possibly be here to stay. But as I look ahead at each 10 day forecast, it looks as though we may be in the clear.
Inspired by these favorable conditions, I can't help but get outdoors. I spent a good part of last week on the back patio. There was plenty to do after 5 months of neglect. I swept, scrubbed down the outdoor furniture, turned the soil in the garden, cleaned my collection of lanterns, and started planting seeds. In just a few days I happily awoke to three varieties of lettuce bursting through the soil. I am patiently waiting to see the sprouting of the spinach, lavender, morning glories and marigolds I've planted. In the past few days I also spent time getting sewing projects together, doing wash, and enjoying the fine city sunsets that we have been having.

I am also starting my morning with brisk hikes, jogs, bike rides... whatever the day inspires. On Sunday I was lucky enough to hop a train out of the city and spend a 72 degree day with my sister catching up while shopping, lunching and enjoying her cozy home.