Arathi, that's a great list. I can tell we live similar lives in the same town. The college students wearing their shorts (and flip-flops!) when it's 50 degrees is always entertaining.

Betty, I think daffodils in the Midwest are eternal optimists. The people who live in the Midwest have learned their lesson and been hardened by disappointment. :)

Jeb, yeah, I can't relate to this one so much. Good luck with that mountain!

Cobalt-Blue, wait, are you the one who was urging me to get a dog months ago? Look what you've done to me! 

Trina, yes, the sun does wonders for the soul, whatever the temp. I hope you have lots of it way up there.

Robin, these are great additions. Sadly, those early spring flowers were goners in my town, this morning. The temps went below 20. And I've heard the kids get loud. (Make sure you read Daisy's post, for more on that. She posted the link in her comment, above.)

Joi, clearly you've lived through enough Michigan springs to be a realist. Do you remember how long it took before you stopped hoping spring would actually come to stay in April? I love the description of Calla, enjoying the combination of warmth and cool.

jenx67, I'm so glad spring makes you long for summer now, rather than dread it. What a gift—for both you and your kids. (Btw, your knack for complimenting me makes me all happy inside. Thanks blogger buddy!)