Today is the first day of Spring. I have a cold, and it feels like my nose may fall off at any moment, but I still feel excited.

Two of my favourite things about Spring have appeared in the last week: jasmine bushes are flowering in the streets around my house, and tomatoes are available at the co-op where I do my groceries. Ah, Spring, I love you so. You find me slowing down to catch the scent of jasmine and cooking up delicious lunches.

Now to kick this cold and get outside to make the most of the change in weather…