In Michigan, any good weather prior to summer is embraced to its fullest before it subsides. Today it got up to 74 degrees out. The atmosphere was different. Not just environmentally, but emotionally and socially.

My best friend and I made plans to walk and shop around town. The sightings we saw were priceless.

The fathers and sons fishing from the bridge.

The little girls in tutus stumbling up the steps to the ice cream shop.

The dogs on walks with their companions, tongues out and tails wagging.

The couples hitting up the boutiques, asking each other whether they were able to pull off the new spring apparel or not.

The couple playing guitars and singing under the shade of the trees for every passerby to enjoy.

The friends out on walks, heading wherever the trail may lead them.

When the sunshine comes out, life itself is brighter. Happiness is more radiant. The worst topic of conversation seems to be that spring break has came to an end. There is such an element of excitement. What are your plans for the summer? Traveling anywhere? Camping/fishing anywhere? Tending a garden? Cleaning up the community?

Color in nature is being restored. Skin pigment is being darkened. Physical activity is being increased. Growth in our surroundings gives off the vibe of focusing on self growth.

I am so thankful for the days when the sunshine comes out.