It is spring again. The earth is like a child that knows poems by heart. —Rilke
Happy almost spring! Although it’s still fairly chilly in DC, warmer temperatures and peak cherry blossoms are on the horizon.
As we leave the heaviness of winter’s hibernation, I find it helpful to review its many lessons, highlights, and challenges. And, wow, wasn’t it intense?!
Next, I pen a spring wish list filled with hope and blooms. I have many ideas listed below for you.
- Picnic in the park
- Plan a hike and meditate outdoors
- Dine al fresco
- Wear open-toed shoes
- Place yellow daffodils on your bedside table
- Spring clean your mind, body, and surroundings
- Take in the many blooming trees, especially DC’s cherry blossoms
- Repot any overgrown plants
- Visit an animal sanctuary
- Plant impatiens and sweet potato vine in your garden
- Pick up succulent fruit at the farmers’ market
- Go berry picking
- Join us for the spring virtual retreat immersion
- Visit a winery and sip into the afternoon
- Snap photos of blooming trees and flowers
- Savor the sunshine on your skin (hello, vitamin D)
- Add pops of colorful tulips to your desk
- Go camping
- Cultivate a garden (windowsills count)
- Go on an evening walk tonight and notice the full moon
- Line dry your clothes
- Hit the beach before the crowds arrive
- Plan a spring break trip
- Ride a bike
- Visit a botanical garden
- Clean out your closet
- Create a capsule wardrobe
- Set out a bird feeder
- Grow fresh mint for your tea
- Pack up your heavy winter gear
- Practice mindful movement outdoors
- Host a mini cocktail party
- Fill out the Seasonal Life Review in your copy of Year of Tranquility
- Take a digital detox for a day or even a weekend
- Sign up for a class that pushes your comfort zone—dance, art, yoga, writing
What are your favorite spring activities? May your transition into spring be nourishing. Bisous. x
