March Madness: I’m Not Talking About Basketball
By Susan Hunt-Bradford
I’ve always had a soft spot for March. The weather begins to warm up, the days stretch longer, and I start dreaming about summer vacation. Spring is in the air, and with it comes the feeling that something brilliant is just around the corner. While I get excited for college students gearing up for spring break, I’m also mindful that winter can sneak back in at any moment. One day it’s in the 70s, and the next, it’s cold again.
Looking back, I remember when Soulard Mardi Gras was still a small event. Some years it was a sunny 70 degrees, other years there was snow on the ground. But when you’re young, it all seems like part of the fun. I also spent a few years living in Dogtown, and the St. Patrick’s Day parade was always a blast, rain, snow, or shine. No matter the weather, it was a good time.
Now that I’m older, I’m pretty sure I haven’t stopped complaining about being cold since November. I’m cold at home, at work, outside, inside—basically anywhere and everywhere. It’s the topic of many of my conversations, and I know people are getting tired of hearing about it. Some agree, sharing their own cold woes, while others just stare at me, probably wondering how someone can talk about being cold so much. And don’t get me started on the wind. But here’s the thing: It won’t be long before I’m complaining about the heat and humidity, so don’t worry, that’s coming soon.
Despite my ongoing battle with the chill, March is still a bright and hopeful month. In this edition of The Healthy Planet, Artful Living brings you fantastic events happening throughout the month. We also share great tips on when to plant seeds, how to get a better sleep and much more. Every article in March is designed to enrich our lives, and it’s truly fulfilling to be part of a publication that’s dedicated to improving the well-being of people, pets, and our planet.
And let’s not forget the Cardinals! They return to town on March 27th. Even if you don’t have tickets to the game, the area around the stadium is always buzzing with fun events.
So, enjoy March, whether you’re in St. Louis or Southern Illinois, and know that soon enough, your snow boots will be packed away, and my weather complaints will be a thing of the past—at least for a couple of months.
Susan Hunt-Bradford