Spring - when does it start?

When I was a child in Holland, Spring began on 21 March. When I was a teenager in Tasmania, Spring began on 21 September. We are now told in Australia that Spring begins on 1 September. Confused? I don't blame you. But it appears that the Media is very influential in setting dates for the seasons. Well, as for me, this BLOG is about Spring starting TODAY, which is the 21 September 2006, because that is how I was taught in Australian Schools and the teachers can't be wrong!

Spring has that lovely feeling of new life. Winter is over and the grounds are bursting with energy to show off its creativity with blossoms and spring flowers like daffodils. Oh yes, the weeds also think it is party time, but we will restricts ourselves with the beauty of new creation that is springing forth in our own garden. Carol is just inspecting the front garden that we have turned into a 'native' garden:On her right is the most beautiful show of a Native Mint bush: Let's get a closer look at this magic colour:There are a variety of Banksias, including this delightful one which is so soft to touch:This one on the other hand is quite hard but very impressive:This Grevillea is a great ground cover and requires very little watering.The Native Wax Flower along our boundary is also showing its worthThis morning, our Wisteria was showing its gratitude from a solid prune back during winter:And finally, a selection, just picked, from our own garden:
When I look at the power of NEW LIFE, I am grateful to God for every day surrounded by love, living in a peaceful corner of this planet. At the same time, I am mindful of the hatred, terrorism and distress of peoples around the world that we see on our TV screens every day. How I wish the world is otherwise and would recognise the gifts of God especially His offer of NEW LIFE in Jesus Christ.