The spring equinox is March 20 in the northern hemisphere. The sun shines directly on the equator, and day and night are nearly equal. For centuries, people have marked the occasion with celebrations. How Did Ancient People Celebrate? Fires In Iran, people purified their homes and leapt over fires. Gathering at Monuments The Mayans gathered…
Finally . . . the first day of spring is almost here! Here are some simple ways to celebrate. Explore Go on a hike and identify wildflowers if some are sprouting in your area. Or visit a local farm and see if you can get a glimpse of calves, lambs, or chicks in the barnyard….
“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.” ― Margaret Atwood, Bluebeard’s Egg The spring equinox is this Wednesday. What a perfect time to celebrate longer days, warmer weather, and blossoming trees and flowers. Here are some ideas for simple ways to observe the day: Observe and Explore Watch…
Tomorrow is the spring equinox. You can find ways to celebrate here. I’ll be traveling next week, so I won’t be blogging. But I have a little giveaway planned while I’m away, so check back on Monday for the details! Happy first day of spring!
The first day of spring is nearly here. What better time to start some new traditions? Here are some ideas: Place a bouquet of crocuses, daffodils, tulips, or dandelions in your kids’ bedrooms while they sleep, so they wake up to fresh spring flowers. Go on a hike and identify wildflowers if some are sprouting…