Scent of spring: Songbirds, cherry blossoms, and warmer days

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    Spring, perhaps the most awaited season of the year, is about to grace this region of the world with its presence. I know spring is about to arrive in Delaware because after a series of unusually frigid mornings, which lasted from December through February, cheerful chirping of red-breasted robins, blue jays, and chickadees has now filled the morning air. In contrast to spring mornings, winter mornings are so hushed and uneventful that one may even question if birds exist in this land at all. To me, birdsongs are the harbinger of spring.  With the first sight of a bluejay perched on the backyard fence or a cardinal dancing on a leafless cherry branch, I know that my wait for spring is almost over, for I’ve learned from past experiences that an increase in bird activity signifies the approach of spring!  In this part of the world, during spring, nature comes alive with an abundance of activity. Everywhere I look, I witness signs of life. I witness new life in the ...

Thought of the day (67)

Early morning is my favorite time of the day, especially during the summer time when the sun is up at 5:30 a.m. I have always been an early riser. I think getting up early is not only healthy, but this habit also helps us make optimum use of every day of our life. You can finish a lot of tasks and still find a lot of time to do more, or just to relax, read a book, or watch a movie.

I think late risers do not know what it is like to watch sunshine flooding a kitchen or living room. There is something very energetic about the morning sunshine - it always makes me happy. I also love to wake up early because the world is quiet at that time. No zooming cars, no loud lawnmower in action, no banging of the door by your neighbor -- it is a very very peaceful time of the day.


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