March has arrived, but spring is hiding beneath mounds of
snow and dreary clouds. We must give thanks that we have survived the cold and
ice and prepare for warmer weather.
Nothing shouts spring more than a vase of daffodils. This
hearty flower has been celebrated in art and literature for centuries.
Wordsworth wrote his famous poem after them and Van Gogh painted their golden
beauty.
There is much we can do to prepare for spring. Remove the
winter décor and replace the Christmas wreath on the front door with a garland of pussy
willows. Pack the heavy throws and comforters in a chest and invest in throw
cushions and coverlets with spring motifs. Replace full tablecloths with
runners and de-clutter rooms by removing everything for a good cleaning and
bring back only your favourite pieces of furniture and decorations. A sparse
setting with paler colours is more in keeping with warmer weather.
Begin spring cleaning early by sorting through closets and
drawers and donating unused items and clothing. Wash windows to let the sun
inside and open them wide to air stale rooms. Place pretty bowls of potpourri with
scents of lilacs or lily of the valley throughout the house. Buy gardening magazines and plan your outdoor retreat. Sow
seeds indoors and watch them grow day by day.
If you notice that your winter clothing has been concealing a
few extra pounds, it’s time to cleanse your body. Detox in a bath of Epsom salts,
take long walks and begin a diet of lighter fare. Go through your makeup drawer and toss out anything you don’t
use. Buy paler shades of lipstick and foundation. Visit a department store and have your makeup done for free at a cosmetic
counter. Buy a mellow perfume or scented body cream.
Share your enthusiasm with friends by sending invitations to
a high tea. If money is tight, suggest a pot luck lunch with sandwiches, scones
and jam and desserts. Buy good loose tea and a strainer and serve everything on
your best china.
Practice the Law of Attraction by thinking only positive
thoughts and, before you know it, spring will be here with all of her magnificent
glory.
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