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A few Spring Facts that are somewhat interesting: The first day of spring in the southern hemisphere is the date of the autumnal equinox in the northern hemisphere, usually in September. Benjamin Franklin was the first American to propose Dalylight Saving Time in 1784. However, it wasn’t fully implemented in the US until after the Second World War. Cherry Blossoms, Azaleas, Begonias, Lillies, Marigolds, Daisies, Orchids, are some of the most popular flowers to represent spring. Children grow faster in spring Animals and insects associated with spring include the rabbit, butterfly, ladybug, dragonfly and birds. Things Some People Do in the Spring 1. Spring Cleaning (Cleaning out the old and preparing for the new) 2. Plant Flowers 3. Take a Vacation (Spring Break) 4. Attend Festivals 5. Run/Walk a Marathon 6. Spend More Time Outside 7. Go to the park, lake or beach 8. Fall in Love Most importantly, which is above everything that is on the list of ...

Do you remember that infamous Calgon commercial? A mom is feeling overwhelmed from dealing with a long, hectic day as well as her children jumping up and down all over the place in house, screaming their heads off. All of sudden the mom shouts at the top of her lungs, “CALGON TAKE ME AWAY!” Then a tub full of soap bubbles whisks her away to refresh, revitalize, and gives her a peace mind. Have ever wish that you can do that? Better yet, have you ever wish that you can wave a magic wand so that you can start all over again from one bad experience to another? You just want a chance to start fresh from all the terrible mistakes you made or breaking free of an unhealthy relationship. Well, your chance to have a fresh start begins now!!! A fresh start gives you an opportunity to put your troubles behind you and wipe the slate clean. It’s what I like to call a new beginning. If you want a fresh start, you must be willing to let go of the past and grab hold of a divine ...

To continue my Ode to Spring week, I wrote a poem about Spring. Though I have written poems on more than one occasion, I don't exactly do it on a regular basis. So to all of you poets and the rest of my cyber-people out there, I hope you like it!! Spring Spring has sprung A new season has just begun So, out with the old and in with the new God has a special plan for you For so long you have weathered the storm Nonetheless, God has kept youu from harm In this new season, take it all in Because your journey of blessings is about to begin Author: Toia Thompson   "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11)

A Celebration of Spring is a celebration of something fresh, something new, and also a new beginning. I came across these inspirational quotes about spring and would like to share them with you. Awake to Spring And Spring arose on the garden fair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower and herb on Earth's dark breast rose from the dreams of its wintry rest. —Percy Bysshe Shelley Read more at Belief.net "Autumn arrives in early morning, but spring at the close of a winter day." -- Elizabeth Bowen "If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant;  if we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity would not be so welcome." -- Anne Bradstreet "Sweet springtime is my time is your time is our time f or springtime is love time  and viva sweet love. " -- E.E. Cummings Read more at EzineArticles.com

I love spring, not the pollen, but I love spring. I love how everything around us transform. We have trees blooming, beautiful multi-color flower gardens, birds singing, green grass, and breezy, warm, and comfortable weather. On the downside, spring cleaning is not exactly on the top of my list. Springing into a new season can be fun and exciting. It's the time to get out in the fresh air, take the family to the beach, grill hotdogs, go to the park, enjoy a walk while taking in the scenery around you, and so much more. Your season is what you make it. You can choose to celebrate each day as a gift from God. There is a season for everything. Or, you can choose to let this wonderful new season pass you by.  This is the season to get up and do something. Allow God do something new in you and for you. The results will be miraculous. "Behold, I will do a new thing, Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it?"   (Isaiah 43:19)