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Spring Escapism



Yesterday gave me an intoxicating feeling that Spring was downright flirting with us.  It doesn’t take much to awaken that yearning for warmer temperatures and abundant blossoms. There are plenty of things to be serious about right now. But today I’m going to press pause and share some local images that stirred up some Spring Fever in me.

This invitation to drop by for coffee from The Little Market Café* grabbed me, but - - it’s not about the coffee. It’s the picture. Stop. Take a few breaths. You are now inside an issue of Victoria Magazine.


 

Image from Little Market Café social media 


Rise and Shine, Coffee Lovers!

Spring is in the air, and there's no better way to kickstart your morning than with a delicious sandwich and a steaming cup of coffee or tea! 

Whether you're an early bird or just need a little extra motivation to hop out of bed, our cozy spot is ready to serve up the perfect breakfast combo to fuel your day. 

Something about all those plants and the colors and composition of the photograph hit all the right notes for me. It practically sings “life could be normal” or maybe “there might be hope.” It’s a mini vacation in a photograph.


A series of photos from Clark’s Elioak Farm about their Fairy Forest may entice you to leave reality behind. It certainly did for me. 

Images from Clark’s Elioak Farm social media 

21 days until we open....

Have you visited our Fairy Forest?

The fairies have had a long and cold winter, but are now getting their houses and yards ready for opening day!

To explore our Fairy Forest, just wandered down the wooded path, and across from Willie the whale you will see the entrance. The fairy forest is included with our $8 per person admission price.

Once we open on April 1st, will be open Tuesday through Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM.


The Community Ecology Institute has been running perfectly gorgeous stories (Facebook) and reels (Instagram) - - brief videos immersing the viewer in nature. Because they are ephemeral, I can’t link to them here. But I highly recommend you follow CEI on Facebook and Instagram to receive the benefit of all of that nature therapy. You might even want to go check out nature in real life. 

New to CEI?  They’re inviting the community to take a tour:


Image from CEI social media 


When my children were little I made a point of encouraging them to look for the signs of seasonal changes. I don’t think I have ever been so fervently hoping for the signs of Spring as I have this year.

Seen any? Let me know.


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*Yes, they have re-opened after a brief shutdown for renovations.


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