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Spring Has Sprung!
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items The arrival of spring is one of my favorite times of year. The slowly warming days, the first flurry of flowers, the bright burst of green…I love it all! Here's a list to celebrate all things springtime. Note: This list may contain cash back, referra...
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From the first crocus popping up to a massive bloom of tulips, the arrival of flowers is one of my favorite parts of spring!
It doesn't get much more beautiful and spring-y than rows and rows of brilliantly hued tulips at a tulip festival!
These Tulip Festivals Are the Perfect Excuse for a Spring Road Trip
I love growing flowers in my garden, but I'm not one of those gardeners that just *knows* when the right time is. This is a handy guide by zone to let you know that best time of spring to get those seeds and plants in the ground.
When Should You Plant Flowers? Let's Get Growing!
There's a growing (pun intended) movement to plant edible landscaping, plants that you can eat as well as that are pretty to look at. I love this concept, but it requires some planning, timing, and knowledge.
Edible Landscaping: Now You Can Have Your Gorgeous Garden and Eat It Too!|Paperback
Spring is a great time to start scouting food that can be foraged. Some of the most easily available and recognizable forageable foods (like dandelion greens) are best during the spring when they're young!
Foraging with Kids: 52 Wild and Free Edibles to Enjoy With Your Children|Hardcover
Spring is a great time to start scouting pick-your-own farms. It's a fun family activity and a great way to support local farmers!
Pick your own Farms in the U.S. Canada, Others; Find a farm near you + Canning Directions!
As much as I love spring flowers, I also have bad allergies to their pollen. I take Xyzal in the spring to keep the sneezing, coughing, and watering eyes at bay.
Xyzal 24 Hour Allergy Relief Tablets - Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride - 55ct
If you're like me and can't handle flowers in the house, LEGO has a fabulous (and fun) alternative.
Wildflower Bouquet 10313 | The Botanical Collection | Buy online at the Official LEGO® Shop US
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is on my travel bucket list. I'd love to see all the cherry trees in full bloom at least once!
National Cherry Blossom Festival - March 20 - April 14, 2024
If it's still chilly where you live, there's always flowers in puzzle form!
Flower Market 1000 Piece Puzzle
Another travel bucket list item is to go see a Death Valley superbloom event, when a massive number of wildflowers bloom. Every year, they rate how big of a bloom they predict, but superblooms are rare, happening every ten years or so.
Wildflowers - Death Valley National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Etsy may not be the first place you think of when you want to order seeds or plants, but I've had great luck ordering both from Etsy sellers, especially since you can reach out to the seller directly with any questions you have. Pay close attention t...
SeedGeek
Take your flowers and garden to the next level with vermicomposting (worm composting). Worm castings (poop!) are the absolute best fertilizer, and it's so easy to compost with them.
Vermicomposting 101
This worm composting bin is a simple, beautiful way to get started vermicomposting.
Tumbleweed 77 L Worm Cafe Compost Worm Farm Starter Kit 000027
An even easier way to compost…this in-ground composter. You just bury it, add your composting material, and the worms and microbes will take care of the rest.
In-Ground Worm Composter
While I love spring flowers, I'm also extremely allergic to pollen, and it can make my spring rough if I don't stay on top of it. Getting a good, true HEPA filtration system air filter unit helps a bunch.
AIRDOCTOR AD3500 Air Purifier for Large Rooms
IKEA always has such lovely patterns. This flowered duvet is the perfect, affordable option to update a bedroom for spring.
STRANDLUMMER Duvet cover and pillowcase(s) - multicolor/floral pattern King
Nothing says, “welcome to spring” like my first ladybug sighting!
Sonnie Cotton Ladybug Knit Throw Blanket
Take flowers with you every step you take in these adorable Skechers. I love the comfort and cute factor of all my pairs of Skechers.
Zinger 2.0 - Garden Daze
This beautiful wildflower seed bomb set is a fun way to spread some floral color in the cracks of life.
Seed Bomb Gift Set
Natural Life has so many fun floral patterns in all their breezy, bright products!
Live Happy Camping Tent - Cozy Cottage
Spring Showers ☔
Nothing says springtime like the gentle pitter-patter of sprinkling rain.
Having a great pain of rain boots forever changed the way I see the rain. Hunters are a classic for a reason. Heirloom quality…they'll last you forever.
Women's Original Tall Rain Boots
Rain sticks are a great (non-wet) way to bring the soothing sound of rain inside.
Stoie's Wooden Rain Stick Instrument, 2 pcs
It's been awhile since my kids have been littles, but this a great list of both indoor and outdoor rainy day activities. (And you're never too old for a pillow fort!)
30+ Fun & Easy Rainy Day Activities for Kids - Happy Toddler Playtime
I got this raincoat in hi-vis yellow, and I love how visible it makes me when I walk my dogs.
Coralrain Hooded Waterproof Rain Jacket Poncho
And of course, the dogs need raincoats, too. This one is easy on and off and stays put.
THE WORTHY DOG Seattle Slicker Dog Jacket, Yellow ...
Once you discover the joy of a reverse or inverted close umbrella, I promise you'll never want to go back. It keeps my floors dry, makes it easy to bring my umbrella into stores without leaving puddles, and it's super easy to get in and out of the ca...
Repel Reverse Umbrella, Inverted Technology, Windproof Fiberglass Ribs, Teflon (Starry Night)
There's something so soothing about falling asleep to the gentle sounds of rain. While you can't always plan on a rainstorm passing through, you can always use a sound machine!
Yogasleep Baby Dreamcenter Multi-Sound Machine with color-changing Nightlight, White
Spring Break Fever 🏖️🗻
I love a fun Spring Break getaway! Where I live, we can drive equal distance to the coast or the mountains for either a sunny beach vacay or a ski trip.
This is a whole Benable list I created on Florida's Emerald Coast panhandle. There are so many options for a Spring Break getaway there, from the quaint beaches of the 30A stretch to the more bustling areas of Destin and Pensacola. (My favorite is Na...
Exploring Florida's Emerald Coast
Going on a cruise is a great spring break option. Our family has gone on both Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise Line multiple times and had great experiences on both. And if you're flexible and a little adventurous, you can find some great last-minut...
Cruises.com: The Largest Selection of Cruise Line Deals
You don't have to go somewhere far flung to have fun on Spring Break! I love these staycation ideas to save money and still have a blast.
20 Budget-Friendly Spring Break Staycation Ideas | DebtWave
This is a great list of great Spring Break destinations for families in the U.S. Just about everyone is within a day's drive of at least one of these spots.
The Best Spring Break Destinations for Every Type of Family
My family loved to go skiing for Spring Break growing up. Breckenridge was my favorite, but Colorado has so many great resort options!
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Staying close to the lifts makes your day go so much more smoothly. All the more time for skiing or snowboarding fun. VRBO has a ton of great options for places to stay with plenty of amenities.
New, in town, incredible views, hot tub, walk/ride free shuttle, Ski Chalet! - Breckenridge
Any time I'm in Colorado, I always make a point to eat at the nearest Beau Jo's Pizza.
Beau Jo's
Spring Break is a great time to visit a U.S. National Park. But some require reservations quite a ways out, so do your research well ahead of time depending on where you're headed.
Find a Park (U.S. National Park Service)
I made a handy dandy Benable list with info on every U.S. National Park. Hope it helps you!
The Ultimate U.S. National Parks A to Z List
Nothing says spring like Lilly Pulitzer. 🌴
Kenni Midi Dress | Lilly Pulitzer
This Lilly Pulitzer belt bag is so cute! Perfect for travel to somewhere sunny.
Jeanie Belt Bag | Lilly Pulitzer