March - Vernal Equinox - A Time of Change

Spring Thaw - March is Here

      Another change of seasons is upon us. March - the changeable, unpredictable, tempermental month as we transition from Winter to Spring. The light during the day is stronger, the air is crisp and clean, the winds seem to blow away the debris. Bits of winter still cling in bits of icy hail or frozen rain, yet melting by dawn it seems.

   And so it is a time of change, and also time for cleansing. All the toxins stored inside us in the Winter are now being released, so it is important to take care of ourselves, get proper rest, drink lots of water, and increase fresh vegetables and fruits, and decrease the heavy winter foods. Past articles on the seasons will reveal ways and means to be aligned with this season, to cleanse and renew

   Well for certain the plants and trees will be waking up from their Winter slumber and there will be new growth, new leaves, new blossoms. Although I must say I do plant Mediterranean Heather by the front door, because not only is it hardy in the winter and evergreen, but actually blooms in Winter - with tiny pink bells. Cheerful to see while waiting for the first crocus to pop up, and the daffodils, and the grape hyacinths.

   And the Spring thaw, the waters rushing down, also cleansing. Birds begin their migration back from their Winter headquarters. I love the sound of the water rushing, always so intense during Spring, or after some heavy rains. Everything is so alive and clean.

   So I hope dear friends you will enjoy this time, this season, and be well after a long Winter.

Maery