The chimes are gently clanging outside my door. I hear the early chirping of birds on the last day, I would call winter even though we have several weeks left until the official date. The movement of spring is stirring. Father seems to always give us a preview before revealing the whole change. He loves to give us a taste  so we will anticipate and appreciate what He has made. I see that He loves in delighting His children like a parent who can't wait for the child to finally open their presents.They can hardly contain themselves to share in the oohs and aaahs and squeals and delights when they finally open what has been kept secretly hidden waiting until the Day. Do you see the Father like this?  Do you anticipate the spring times He has created with its beautiful landscapes of fragrant flowers, glorious colors, fresh gardens, light afternoon showers, singing birds? I  experience joy when I see the trees budding, the first daffodils and tulips coming up, the first robin carrying a worm to its nest. God has blessed us with 4 wonderful seasons and has arrayed each with all His creative love because He wanted  to enjoy our delight as we open to the wonders of His creation. I am excited for spring. My heart begins to feel joyful as the new season gently emerges. Thank you Lord. You were thinking of us when you created this masterpiece.