The emergence of spring is one of life’s special treats, and its impending arrival is always “announced” in a number of subtle, yet rather up-lifting ways. Whether it’s seeing the first crocuses burst into bloom or waking up to the sound of robins filling the morning air, when these events take place we know that springtime is just around the corner.
But as much as I love spring flowers and the soothing chorus of songbirds, my favorite sign of spring was actually devised by a man: Mr. George Vernon Hudson. Yep, you guessed it – “Daylight Savings Time”!
I absolutely love it when we “spring forward” by setting our clocks one hour ahead, effectively gving us an extra hour of daylight at the end of every day. Winter days are typically short and dreary, with the last traces of the setting sun slipping away as early as 5:30 pm in my neck of the woods. That’s why “springing forward” is such a joy for me and many others.
Personally, I would be perfectly happy if we simply left our clocks set this way year round. After all, while “springing forward” is one of my favorite events of the year, I detest having to “fall back” come autumn. In Rick’s perfect world, “Daylight Savings Time” would be in force 365 days per year because, to me, “falling back” is about as enjoyable as going for a swim after falling through a hole on a frozen lake.
I like DST best also.
Hi Rick, I hate “falling back” and love “springing forward” as well. I am enjoying your blog and photos. We are related through our ancestors, Raymond Napolean Rouse and Idras Louviney Rouse who were siblings. I found your blog by accident while doing genealogy and have enjoyed reading it! Have a blessed day.