I have been picking daffodils in my yard for the last week and today I harvested the first lovely, tender and delicate sprigs of fresh mint and added them to a pot of leek soup. It tasted wonderful and smelled like  the nectar of the gods. Why do fresh herbs smell so wonderful?

There is something about those first delicate little herb shoots in the spring that makes me glad to be alive and joyous in the bounty of the Earth. I admit that spring comes pretty early here and most parts of the country aren't enjoying it yet, but today was a glorious day.

Something about Spring encourages me to clean house and sort out dresser drawers and clear up clutter. I spent part of the day cleaning and putting together bags of things to take to the thrift shop that supports our local food bank and things to pass on to other family members. It is sort of like I am tossing out the remnants of winter. Maybe it is something to do with being a double Virgo and also somewhat obsessive-compulsive.  Ok, make that a lot O-C. I alphabetize my spices and herbs and my cupboards are organized by type, size, etc. It drives part of my family crazy and part of them understand completely. My sister is Virgo, too and about as O-C as I am.

I hope that Spring catches up with the rest of the country soon, too.

Sunshine