Friday Favourites – Spring and Term Break Edition

Hi friends, happy Friday! I’m so ready for this term break and the fresh spring vibes that come with it. It’s been a tiring term, and I’m so thankful that, as of 3:46 pm today, we have two weeks off—Ahhhh, big sigh of relief happening over here as I type this.

So, for today’s Friday Favourites, I thought I’d share a few of my favourite things about this time of year and why I’m so excited for the spring school holidays.

Slow mornings

No rushing out the door, no packing lunches, or racing to hang out the washing so it dries while I’m at work. Just slow coffee and letting the day ease in. Bliss. Now, if only our cats would get the memo that I’m not getting up early. They love to show up at my bedroom door at 6 am sharp, meowing for breakfast.

Spring walks

I love walking to and from work in any season. Even if it’s cold, windy or rainy (thank goodness for my gum boots), I still enjoy it. But nothing beats walking in spring. I love the smell in the air and seeing people out with their dogs, even the little white fluffy one that barks and scares the life out of me almost every day.

Sunshine after winter

Being able to sit outside without freezing is such a treat, especially at work when we are in the playground. I’m 100 per cent sure our playground is the coldest place on earth. I also love that the evenings are longer and I don’t feel like the day is over by 4.30 pm.

Fresh fruit

Hello berries, peaches, and mangoes! I haven’t seen a mango yet, but I’m sure I will any day now. After months of apples and oranges, I’m so excited that colourful fruit is finally coming back into season.

Little home refreshes

Swapping out heavy blankets for lighter bed covers, washing the sofa covers and knowing they’ll dry in the warm sun, and even just opening the windows wide. It feels good to say see ya later, winter!

Time to recharge

I love that the term break gives me the freedom to catch up with friends! I’m lining up some shopping days, lunch dates, and a few coffee catch-ups.

I’d also love to catch up on blogging since it’s taken a real back seat lately with everything going on at work. But that ended today, and boy did it feel good tying up all the bits and pieces, turning off the laptop, and packing it away.

I also want my brain to rest! You won’t believe how, for the past few weeks, all I’ve been thinking about is preschool planning and those children’s songs going around in my head on loop… Larry the Lobster, Larry the Lobster digging in the sand all day… aaaaarghhh! Stop already!

So little old tired me is keeping it short and signing off. I’m still wearing my work clothes, so I’m off to have a shower, and because it’s Friday night over here, that means it’s time to relax. Thanks so much for stopping by, and I hope you have an amazing weekend.

Happy Friday!