It's windy out and it's warm. Warm enough for me to have all my windows open and feel the breeze and still be comfortable. It's so nice. It's a kind reminder that summer is on its way... and I seriously need all the reminders I can get.

The cold and the darkness do not work well with me. I've found I thrive on sunshine and heat (the hotter the better). Having the windows all shut and the heat on makes me feel like I'm enclosed in a box. I don't like feeling disconnected to the outside--separated from everything going on.

I just love open windows. I love a cool breeze. I love hearing the rain falling and the wind blowing and the cars as they drive down the road. Not to mention, the cats love being able to sit in the window sill again.

This winter stuff--I can't hack it.

And even though I know this lovely weather won't be sticking around it's a nice reminder of what's on the way.