As much as I love the cold and the snow (and I promise I’m not being sarcastic, I really do ;) ), I really do just LOVE this time of year! The weather is perfect, and it just seems like all around there is a sense of newness, of re-birth. And undoubtedly, there are a few other telltale signs that it’s spring :).

You know it’s spring when you start eating dinner a little later than normal just because you can…. Extra sunlight means the kids aren’t going to bed anytime soon anyway!

You know it’s spring when you start craving berries and fresh salads with a whole new vigor!

You know it’s spring when you’re suddenly looking for any excuse to include grilling in your meal plan, whether it be meat, fruit, or veggie!

You know it’s spring when you start getting that itch to clean out your window tracks and wipe down your windows!

You know it’s spring when you get to enjoy fresh bouquets of flowers on your kitchen table!

You know it’s spring when a picnic just becomes part of the weekly routine.

You know it’s spring when you start stocking your freezer with ice cream and popsicles for the kiddos!

You know it’s spring when you’re finally brave enough to clean whatever horrible mess is under the stove ;).

You know it’s spring when you have to start thinking about keeping the fruit flies at bay!

You know it’s spring when you start planning out all the fun things you’ll grow in your garden this year!

You know it’s spring when you start daydreaming of all the yummy recipes you’ll make with all the fresh produce you’ll get from your garden!

You know it’s spring when you don’t mind taking a little longer with the dishes, just so you can enjoy that cool breeze and beautiful view from the kitchen window.

You know it’s spring when you just naturally have more of a desire to eat clean, fresh, healthy food!

You know it’s spring when you have to start thinking about how to keep the bugs out of your house. :/

You know it’s spring when you start thinking about all the outdoor projects you’d like to complete this year!

You know it’s spring when you start packing up all your heavy winter coats and gloves and pulling out the swimsuits and flip-flops!

You know it’s spring when you have a big load of boxes full of clothes and random household items you’re going to donate!

You know it’s spring when every window in the house is open, cleaning out that musty air and bringing in that fresh, spring smell.

You know it’s spring when you feel like you have a fresh clean slate and you feel ready to tackle the world :).

So what would you guys add to this list? :) What are some sure signs at your house that it’s finally springtime? Share with us in the comments below!