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Spring Issues New Birth

I remember baby chicks and lambs born in the spring. I enjoy seeing leaves returning on the trees and the tulips coming to life. I noticed a bird trying to impress his mate the other day with the old nest he had built last year. His mate was not impressed, so he hurriedly cleaned it and added a few more little twigs and some old pieces of grass he found. She did not fly off, so I guess the nest finally met her Good House Cleaning seal of approval. When I rototill the garden, I always dig up frozen toads. The toads quickly return to life from their frozen state and hop into the raspberry bushes. I love to plant garden seeds and watch them pop out of the ground and grow beautiful tomatoes, green beans, lettuce, and more. Nothing tastes as good as fresh garden produce. I love to plant new trees in the spring, watch them grow, and eventually make an excellent windbreak. Springtime rejuvenates us human beings as well. The warmer weather inspires us to work and do more outdoor activities and burn off some unwanted pounds as we walk, work, ride our bikes, and so much more.

Some Of My Springtime Activities

I stain my deck when it is warm enough in the spring and do other outdoor painting before it gets too hot to work outdoors in the summer. I will water the new trees we planted this year. I ensure our riding mowers are in tip-top shape before we mow for the season. I will do my spring cleaning and weed out things I have not used. If you have not used something in ten years, give it to someone who could use it and enjoy it if it is in good condition. Spring is a good time to declutter your home. I take everything out of the garage and clean the floor from the winter grime. My vehicle floor mats get a royal cleaning as I get all of the salt and dirt from the winter cleaned off. I spray armor all over them and scrub them with a scrub brush. All of our winter clothing gets cleaned and stored away for next winter.

Spring And Travel

Spring is a good time to travel, even if it is only a day trip. It is gratifying to take a nice long drive when you do not need to worry about travel delays. I love discovering new places to eat or quaint little stores to shop in. I love old hardware stores, clothing stores, bookstores, and mom-and-pop stores in small towns. Adventure is around every corner if you get out and about and enjoy life to its fullest potential. We discovered the most interesting stores and bakeries by driving to a restaurant or store on a day trip. If we wanted what they had to offer, we went there again on our next journey. God bless you, and yours, and I hope your spring is filled with many blessings, discoveries, and memories you will cherish forever.

Things To Do Early In Spring

Make Appointments With Contractors Now

Contractors get booked up very early in the Spring. I call my roofer and tell him what buildings I want roofed now. If you need a new garage door installed, contact them directly. Call your furnace man if you need a new AC in your home. Get your estimates now if you need new windows or siding installed in your home. The early bird gets the worm, as the old saying goes.

Powered Outdoor Equipment

I take my snowblowers at the end of the winter season and have new spark plugs put in them, along with a tune-up before they get stored away for the season. Put fresh oil in your lawnmowers and get their blades sharpened early before people start needing repairs. Ensure your weed whackers and chain saws run up to speed, or have them serviced. I have my service man put fresh oil in my car and check the vehicle over in early Spring.

Plan Out Your Garden

I have already purchased my garden seeds. If you wait to buy your seeds until the last minute, they may be sold out at the stores. I plan where I want to plant my garden seeds as I always rotate the area where I plant my seeds. Get your garden tiller serviced and buy any new garden tools.

Trees Cut Down Or Trimmed

Call your tree man now, as they get wholly booked very early. I tell him how many trees I want to be taken down or trimmed up. We discussed the project and agreed on a price for both of us.

Lawn Care

You will generally receive a discount by booking an early lawn care service. I have my lawn sprayed and fertilized twice a year. To begin with, I had it done four times a year until the weeds got under control. If you cannot cut it yourself, hire a man to mow your lawn.

Garden Care And Weeding

Some people hire a gardener to weed their gardens and flower beds. There are not many gardeners to engage anymore. Look early for a gardener and ask your friends if they know of anyone who might be willing to weed your garden and flower beds for you.

Trees And Plants

If you want to plant any particular trees, consider ordering them now. Some varieties are tough to find. Some apple trees are tough to come by, so put your order in now. If you want to plant a fancy plant outdoors, you may want to order it beforehand.

Your Handy Man Or Carpenter

Tell your handyman or carpenter what you want to accomplish this year with repairs and redecorating your home. You may want to hire an interior decorator; your handyman will most likely know a very dependable one. I hope all your projects get completed on schedule this year and your home and property are how you dreamed they could be.