Spring is the time of renewal. Everything awakens from winter’s sleep like a child awakening from a nap and stretching out their arms toward you. The brownish grass turns bright green, and birds sing their melodious songs in the early morning. The dew is fresh, and nature begins a new season of life.
Flowers begin pushing through the ground raising their green leaves towards the sky. As each day passes the beauty of hyacinths, tulips with their long legs, and daffodils who wear their bonnets around their face cover the landscape in a beautiful display of color. The birds who went south for winter return with a flurry of activity as they fly to and fro looking for pieces of twigs, grass, hair, and mud to build soft nests for their eggs.
Once again you hear the sound of children’s laughter because the harshness of winter no longer confines them to the inside of their homes. Coats are no longer needed to keep you warm because the sun has found you once again. The freshness of the spring air fills your lungs, removing the staleness of winter.
The joy of seeing bunnies, squirrels and baby fawns frolicking in the fields reminds me that even the animals are happy winter is over. At night as you watch the sunset the peepers begin to hum an evening symphony in harmony. A sure sign that spring has arrived.
It is a new season. What will you be thankful for? Will you take the time to stop and enjoy the beauty around you? There is a saying which says “Stop and smell the roses.” We live in a fast-paced world which never wants us to enjoy the beauty or joy of God’s creation. Sometimes it is hard to stop, but you will never appreciate the fragrance of the roses if you don’t. Life has a way of passing us by, and we miss opportunities to appreciate the magnificent creation God gave us to enjoy.
Let this spring be different. Don’t focus on what you don’t have, but focus on what you do have. Celebrate your life and those around you. Laugh often and hard, the kind of laugh that causes tears to roll down your face and makes you unable to catch your breath. Open your windows and let the fresh air flow through your home. Hang your clothes on the line, but most of all hug more, love more and don’t allow life and all of its complexities to rob you of the gifts God created for you.
Take notice of the small things. Ever look inside the center of a flower and see the beauty on the inside? Watch as the trees bud and bloom with their new wardrobe of flowers and leaves. Look at the bees go from flower to flower pollinating each one to bring it back to life or collecting nectar to make sweet honey. Notice the smell of the air after a spring shower. Don’t be afraid to dance in the rain unless there are thunder and lightning. Make mud pies with your kids. Dirt will wash off, and the memories will last more than a season.
A new season is here. Life isn’t something to be endured; it is meant to enjoy! Don’t waste what God has allowed you to experience. Open your heart and embrace your new season. Never regret stopping to watch the sunset, listening to a bird sing or just being still watching nature. It not only delights you, but it delights God when we appreciate what He has created Share on XNever regret stopping to watch the sunset, listening to a bird sing or just being still watching nature. It not only delights you, but it delights God when we appreciate what He has created.
What is your favorite thing to do in the spring? Do you like to plant flowers or a garden and reap the rewards of your effort? Do you like to go for a walk or hike and immerse yourself in nature? Do you like to grab a pole and go fishing?
This spring, plant seeds of contentment and enjoy the many things which were designed to give you joy. The promise of tomorrow is never given, relish the moments of today. These are “Jesus Glitter” moments.
Psalm 150:6
Let everything that breathes sing praises to the Lord!
Praise the Lord!
Love everything about Spring, especially the cherry blossoms, the warm weather and all the new beginnings.
xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com
Kusum,
I love the fact that although New Year’s is over there is something exciting about the rebirth of Spring. It is like a fresh slate which awakens are hearts!
Love spring and the colors associated with it 🙂 indeed a season to celebrate and enjoy 😀
Loved your post dear, thanks for sharing 🙂
Hi, Sushmita!
I love all the colors too! It is like a painter painting a beautiful landscape! Thank You for your encouragement!
I love this post. I take as much time as I can to appreciate nature.
Hi, Crystal!
I love nature too! I love a long walk on the trails and listening to the birds sing or just letting the sunshine flood my soul. It does wonders for me 🙂
Yes Spring is lovely. People do need to just get out a enjoy life. Thanks for sharing.
Hi, Tony!
You are welcome! We let so many moments pass us by never doing the things we want to do….enjoying life is one of them. It is such a gift! Happy Spring!
I love looking inside flowers .I am a passionate balcony gardener.I absolutely adore watching plants grow up.Thanks for writing such a beautiful post
Hi, Amrita! I love balcony gardeners! We live in a condo and I love to plant my pots too. Thanks for your encouragement!
I like the thought of summer coming. My husband said just this morning that he’s looking forward to walks again!
Hi, Sheila!
I do too! Although, my Hubs is getting another new hip in June we hope to be back out and walking by the end of June! Summer evening walks are the best!
Thank you for the reminder to stop and enjoy the beauty. All too often i forget about the things around me. And there are so many different amazing things around me.
Hi, David!
You are not alone. We do have amazing things around us to enjoy and share. I’m glad I gave you a reminder to enjoy it all!
I know this will sound like a novel BUT… I love to see the kids finally playing outside, the new flowers and the bunnies in the garden.
Hi, Deimarys!
Isn’t it great when you can let the kids outside and play? So good for everyone to experience the joy of nature and embrace a new season. I love bunnies too! Enjoy Spring!
Spring is one of my favorite seasons. I love seeing everything that was dormant revive and spring up. Everything seems to become beautiful again.
Hi, Saidah,
I agree! Everything becomes beautiful again! I love all the colors and sounds of spring.
Great post, Spring is such a great season, I always feel my mood lift when Spring comes around. Thanks for the inspiring post!
Hi, Nikki!
Spring is such a mood elevator! The blahs of winter leave and the happiness of Spring fills our hearts! Enjoy!
I just love spring it brings too much of color and it fills heart with full of beauty.
Hi, Neha!
I love what you said, “fills heart with full of beauty” Yes…this is it exactly!
Sheila, I love this. I love to be outside and when spring comes my heart is so full with the beauty of His creation. Just yesterday afternoon my hubby and I were taking a walk around the neighborhood and I couldn’t stop taking deep breaths of fresh air. All the flowers, the buds on the trees, the birds singing….His creation is exhilarating! Glad you think so too. Have a blessed Easter. – Amy
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Hi, Amy!
Yes! His creation is exhilarating! It energizes me is so many ways! I’m blessed to enjoy another Spring full of His glory! Blessings and Joy to you!
I like early morning sunrises, the beauty of nature, the smell of the orange blossoms in my backyard, and wearing pretty pastel colors.
Stopping by from #wondrouswednesday linkup
Hi, nylse! Although, I’m not an early morning person I do love morning sunrises on the beach 🙂 How wonderful to smell orange blossoms too! Thanks for stopping by from the linkup!
Spring is such a beautiful reflection of new beginnings and being renewed:)
Hi, Yentl!
You are right it is about being renewed in many aspects of our lives!
This spring (actually summer in India) I am thankful for my loving family and supportive friend. That is a beautiful post that you have written 🙂
Hi, Khushboo!
Thank you for your kind words. It is hard to believe in a world away it is summer. I’m thankful for my family and friends too! Have a wonderful summer!
I love Spring! It’s one of my favorite seasons. I love seeing all the beautiful flowers and plants returning.
Hi Briana~
Spring is one of my favorite seasons too! Everything is fresh and new after a long worn winter!
I have always believed spring is a time to start again, to shade the hurts and doubts of winter and wear the new found freshness. This was a great read
I do love Spring! I enjoy seeing all the new plants and flowers sprout. I can’t really grow anything–I have blackthumb–but I admire what everyone else can grow!
I love this!
Hi, Mary!
I’m glad you enjoyed my post. Thank You for taking time to read it.