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TRAVEL · April 3, 2012

Spring Blossoms

Spring on the Amalfi Coast Mountains

This evening I was out folding the laundry while admiring all the spring blossoms that have burst out in the last week. Just when it seems like those cold days of winter will never end, suddenly spring arrives and everything feels better in the warm sunshine. Just yesterday we were trying to remember when was the last time we turned on a heater. A week ago maybe? Windows are open most of the day now, until a chilly evening breeze makes us close them and put on a warmer sweaters. After the time change, I can dry laundry outside again for the first time since last autumn. This is a simple pleasure, but a sweet one.

White Spring Blossoms on the Amalfi Coast

Take a deep breath, the warmth of spring has arrived. It is welcome deep down in my bones. This is the season of coming to life, and I’m waiting and quietly watching to see just what will happen.

Posted In: TRAVEL · Tagged: Amalfi Coast Seasons, April, Blossoms, Nature, Seasons, Spring, The Novel, Weather

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Comments

  1. L'Aussie Denise says

    April 4, 2012 at 00:59

    How very beautiful. I can nearly smell the fragrance from here. Thanks for sharing those lovely photos too!

    Denise

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    • Laura says

      April 4, 2012 at 09:02

      Thanks for your sweet comment, Denise! I’m catching up after a hectic period, but know you’ve left some other nice comments I am eager to respond to soon. Heading over to check out your blog now. Warm wishes, Laura

      Reply
  2. Victoria says

    April 5, 2012 at 22:05

    I have just stumbled across your blog and so pleased i have! We are heading over to Amalfi next week to check out 4 possible locations for our wedding next year and reading your blog has made so even more excited about heading over there and enjoying a few days exploring Amalfi and Ravello.
    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 6, 2012 at 09:21

      Ciao Victoria, What exciting news! The Amalfi Coast is such a gorgeous location for a destination wedding. Hope you find the perfect spot!

      Reply
  3. Linda says

    April 6, 2012 at 06:42

    Beautiful. Just getting around to gardening. The weather is finally warming up in California.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 6, 2012 at 09:22

      Ciao Linda! I’m getting a slow start this spring in the garden, too. There’s plenty of spring and summer to come! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Welshcakes Limoncello says

    April 9, 2012 at 18:07

    Lovely. Buona Pasquetta.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 10, 2012 at 08:52

      Hope you had a very nice Easter, Pat! 🙂

      Reply

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