Hello, April!
April is my birthday month, but more than that it’s the heart of spring. It’s the season for opening windows, dealing with the inevitable sneezes, planting flowers, and swapping bulky sweaters and boots for lighter layers. I always end up mentally counting down the months until those heavy winter pieces return—about seven months, give or take. The warmer days invite outdoor workouts and activities, and the calendar starts to feel busier and brighter.
This month also marks the official countdown to the end of the school year and to our upcoming trip out West. Looking at my April planner, it’s a busy stretch: I have a few medical tests scheduled and a six-month house update coming up. I’m developing keto-friendly recipes and doing the photography to go with them. After my allergy testing and treatment, I’m hoping for more outdoor runs; I’ve got serious hill work on the agenda too.
There are local festivals and new restaurants to try, and I’m excited to spend time around Tuscaloosa in spring—the town feels almost as lovely as it does in the fall. Between events, workouts, and projects, April promises a nice mix of productivity and enjoyment.
I also plan to share book reviews and impressions of a couple of book subscription services I’ve been trying. I’m about three months into these subscriptions and other online review sources, and it’s been a lot of fun tackling my reading challenge. I intend to keep that momentum going through April and beyond.
With so much happening this month—health appointments, home updates, recipe and photo work, running goals, local outings, and reading—I’m looking forward to a busy, fulfilling April that balances progress and pleasure.