Fiona’s Food for Thought: Embracing Spring and Positive Lent Practices

It’s always such a relief when March arrives, don’t you think? I, for one, am fed up of the grey skies and cold mornings. It’s finally Spring! Yay! The days are getting longer, the sun is showing its face a bit more often and the crocuses and daffodils are coming up. We’ll soon see lambs in the field which never fails to make me smile. Everything just feels that bit more possible. The brighter days and a bit of sunshine make such a difference to your mood and you can feel your energy and motivation coming back. I love it!

This is also the time of year when I get the urge to throw open every window in the house and let the fresh air sweep through. I love a good spring clean - clearing out cupboards, decluttering drawers, giving everything a bit of a reset. It’s amazing how much lighter you feel when you’ve had a good sort-out. And getting the washing back on the line instead of in the tumble dryer? Bliss. It smells fresher, it feels fresher and it just makes the whole house feel better. And let’s not forget that a tidy home does wonders for the mind too! It’s so much less stressful.

And of course, we’re currently in the middle of Lent. People often think it’s all about giving things up, but it doesn’t have to be, unless you want it to. Lent can be a lovely chance to do something positive instead. Maybe it’s helping a neighbour, donating to a local charity or the local foodbank or simply taking the time to check in on someone who might need a friendly chat. Small acts of kindness can make such a difference - and this time of year is the perfect reminder to look outward as well as inward.

Have a brilliant March everyone!

Fiona x