Life is bursting forth through every blade of grass, tree leaf, flower and even in the smiles on the faces of passersby.

As I write, I am listening the the chirping of our baby chicks- one day old and making it on their own in a plastic container in my living room. The sheaths on their feathers are breaking as little feathers emerge.

Out the window the backyard is radiant.

April Showers Bring May Flowers.

The apple blossoms are in full bloom.

Peas and lettuce are growing and looking scrumptious!

Tulips and daffodils are punctuating the green with lovely streaks of color.

Blossoms on the blueberry bushes remind us of tasty treats to come.

And the perennial garden is filling in nicely.

This is the joy and celebration of May Day. To spend time playing in the dirt, picking flowers, making baskets, dancing the May Pole to lively music, and enjoying festivities with friends and family.

I am excited to participate in a May Pole this weekend; other great May Day activities include: making dandilion necklases, or forsythia wreath headresses, or delivering home made May flower baskets.

Whatever you do on May Day- celebrate this fresh new life beaming from every nook and cranny.

And while your at it, remember this is my favorite holiday.

In case you’re inspired to make your own May Pole, here are some great simple instructions.

As always, the best thing to do is enjoy whatever you can get to- even if it’s just stopping for a moment to smell the flowers.

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May 12th- Three outdoor adventures you are planning for this summer. (May involve kids or how to involve kids).

Now unplug and head outside! ~ Shannon {The Backyard Mama}

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