Yearning for spring

I'm listening to sweet romantic music on Pandora today (Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Patti Page, Etta Jones, Etta James, Eva Cassidy), and it's making me think of spring.  Budding trees, daffodils, the smell of wet earth, not having to wear boots or gloves, outside seating at cafes & restaurants, flowers.  While I always have been and continue to be a fan of winter weather, I am eagerly awaiting spring this year.  I just want to see things green up already! 

Red Butte Botanic Garden, Salt Lake City

my favorite scent - lilac - also at the Red Butte Botanic Garden

the Italian-themed garden at Hamilton Gardens in New Zealand