Spring’s “Soft Opening”
Posted on March 14th, 2010 by Heather Dugan
It’s not just the snow that thaws in spring. Losing the warming layers of winter clothing loosens the limbs and 
lightens the heart a little. The stride extends, the lungs expand, and you can’t help but smile to see what’s been hidden beneath all that snow all along.
We hiked in John Bryan State Park along the Little Miami River last Saturday. High water sent us opposite our intended direction but underscored the arrival of Spring. While the season’s official grand opening is on the calendar for a couple of weeks from now, we reveled in Its “soft opening” here in central Ohio this past weekend.
Loved the video. Yes, spring is close for sure.
And nice to hear your voice!
Spring officially starts on Saturday! I’ve been really glad to lose all the layers of clothing too. Nice pix.
Your State Park hike must have been sooooo refreshing after the long winter, Heather!!! Gorgeous photos and awesome writing!!!
You always take me with you on your journeys and I appreciate the adventures.
Hugs, JJ/Nancy
As I read tales of spring melts and warming northern weather, I get that reinforcement that Australia’s summer is all but over and shorter days and cool nights are on the way.