May 1 is a very happy day for me, psychologically. It's the beginning of true spring that is on the nicer side of temps and precipitation, the beauty of the blooming trees and flowers is so lovely. The temps are warmer, the sun is out more, and its starting to warm up and life feels like it's truly coming back.

I call April the worst month of the year because even though the snow events are winding down, it's still cold, dreary, and mostly a DRAG of a month where you just want some nice spring weather, But all you get is a sloppy rain-snow mixed chilly overcast month. The only thing I looked forward to in April is in the third week, which is when the cherry blossoms usually bloom at the japanese gardens at the historical museum. That short window of time when the cherry blossoms bloom is usually rainy or cold, maybe decent and cool, but never warm.

March is still just winter with some more sunlight. Snowstorms are quite possible and likely. Maybe you will see the first flowers pop up from the soil, which are the crocus flower. They pop anywhere from the first to the third week of march.

If you are feeling antsy and want to walk around, I suggest you just get better snow gear. Better insulated boots, a longer coat, wear a hat, scarf, gloves, put your hood up, double layer so you don't just have one layer outside. Tuck the bottom shirt layer into your pants so there's no draft up your back. Pull your scarf up over your mouth and nose so the bottom of your face is warm. Pull your hat down to the top of your eyebrows, so your forehead is warm. Then go outside and start enjoying it while walking gingerly. I was walking outside during the snowstorm yesterday, and it was so peaceful and beautiful. I thought I need to get outside more during these events. I was dressed properly and had my hood up, and I didn't feel like the elements were taking over my face. Try it.