Jen_Lada's Blog

How awesome was the weather these past few days??? I don't know about you but I tried my best to take full advantage of the Summer(!) like temperatures from sun-up til sun-down. From outdoor dining to outdoor excercising and a jump start on our outdoor house projects, Sunday and Monday provided the perfect settings.

But on Tuesday, as the winds howl in and an overcast sky looms, I can't help but take inventory on the weekend's activities.  Fortunately, I come up only slightly short.

I present to you my Hazards of Spring:

(1)During a terrific lunch at one of our favorite Bayview diners, the pleasant breeze that had been keeping us comfortable against the blazing sun whipped my glass of water all over my lap. Food: wonderful. Company: engaging. Soggy shorts: annoying.

(2)After raking our yard for a few hours Sunday afternoon, I now have dime-sized blisters between my thumbs and palms. The lawn is finally free of the leafy blanket that smothered it all winter but now holding cups, washing my hair and all other hand-necessary activities only irritate the open wounds.

(3)And after an intense two-hour bike ride along the Southside Lakeshore Monday evening... well... let's just say it's clearly time to invest in a more comfortable seat. Ouch.

Here in Wisconsin, we spend eight months waiting and whining for days like the ones we had Sunday and Monday to arrive. So when the sun finally does a hostile takeover on the sky, it's only natural to soak it all in. The trick is not overdoing it. Otherwise you spend the rest of the week soaking in a hot tub to alleviate the aches.

Anyone else overdo the 'Spring Homecoming Parade' this weekend?