For me, spring is a time for renewal and embracing the season’s many joys

When asked what my favourite season is, I will often say autumn. That’s the word that escapes my lips, but what I feel in my heart is a different story.

Soon I will be playing pickleball at an outdoor community centre. Not everyone is happy about the conversion of tennis courts to pickleball courts. But playing outside in the spring is refreshing. The higher-pitched sound of the ball hitting the paddle is music to my ears – much to the chagrin of the neighbours.

Spring is also a time to declutter. This may date back to when our homes were heated by wood and we needed to clean the soot left behind. Some religions and cultures celebrate a rebirth and reawakening at this time of year. Many traditions include spring cleaning. For Chinese New Year, my husband’s family would clean the house to sweep away the bad luck from the past year and prepare for a fresh start in the new year.

Looking out my freshly cleaned windows, the garden beckons. I have already bought seeds and soil to replenish the beds. My local garden centre was packed with people doing the same thing. It’s such a joy to watch others decide on which seeds to purchase, and overhear impromptu conversations and sharing of gardening tips.

Nodelphi Noastack

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