Spring Break from local schools is next week, and already this weekend our town is emptying out of people, cars, and traffic.
Most everyone, it seems, takes a trip on Spring Break. It is hard to resist the opportunity to visit a warmer climate, or to step away to nature at a park (national or state), or to rides and entertainment at a park (theme), or just see something new for a change.
Both of our children and their families are taking advantage of this week to make special memories with their Littles. We are happily staying at home while my husband recuperates from his knee surgery yesterday (already doing so well!).
One joy of this week will be the sunshine and warmer weather that is predicted for the days ahead. And with tomorrow’s “spring forward” time change we will bask in the later daylight as we observe the trees budding, flowers blooming, and the grass greening.
Another treat this week will be that lack of traffic that brings the ease of getting from one place to another on the usually crowded roads. It reminds us of how things used to be when our growing, bustling area was more like a true small town. Less busy and more personal in many ways.
We will enjoy the sun, the spring, and the slow.
fireflytrails 
The image of your town emptying out and feeling more like it used to feel is so striking! Your last line is beautiful. I hope you’re indeed able to enjoy all three!
Love your last line and enjoy your small home town without the extra traffic. Good luck to your husband’s surgery recovery. Enjoy ‘slow’. :)