Springtime Is Upon Us

Springtime in Walla Walla is like no other. The blossoming trees and blooming bulbs in most every yard are a sight to see while walking the beautiful neighborhoods around downtown. On my travels, I continue to shake my head in acknowledgement that I finally get it. Coming from a land that has no major temperature changes throughout the year, I never understood those that said they loved seasons. Praise the Lord - I now get it.

It was about four years ago.... I was sitting at the bar at Whitehouse Crawford contemplating moving to Walla Walla, but fearful of the weather. I asked the bartender friend of my daughter, Jenna how he had adapted to "seasons." His philosophical approach about seasons having more to do with just the weather got my attention.

Now that I have been in Walla Walla for several years, I know that there is a cycle to the year and we are part of that. To me, springtime represents a renewal after a winter season of quiet contemplation. Projects happen and new ideas are put in place. Summer for me is a time for casual simple pleasure. Fall is a time to wind down, celebrate our bounty, and to prepare.

While enjoying the seasons in Walla Walla, I still find myself struggling not to be barefoot year-round. I suppose that you can take the girl out of Southern California, but you can't take Southern California out of the girl. But that is a story for another time. Now is the time to get busy.