It's been a little over a year since we made the move from Florida to our North Carolina home.  I'm still adjusting, but I've learned a lot, and I'm happy to announce that it's beginning to feel like home.

I know that last summer was very hot to the natives, but it wasn't "South Florida hot" by any means, so to me it was a welcome relief. 

But  after living in Florida for 8 years, I'd forgotten about the fact that the temperature could drop 20, even 30 degrees in a 12-24 hour period. That is taking some getting used to once again, and my children (having only lived in Florida) are quite baffled by it. 

When you think about it, it doesn't seem logical that you can see your breath on the way to school and wish you were wearing flip-flops by the time you hit the playground at lunch? It just doesn't seem right.

But as crazy as it is, I am happy to experience it. Moving to North Carolina has brought back memories of my childhood, growing up in Detroit. Yes, it's much colder there (and it snows often) but experiencing actual seasons again has triggered memories that were long gone, and I'm grateful to have them.

Florida had two seasons: Hurricane Season and Too Hot Season, and that year-round sunshine is a bit overrated. Trust me.

So, this is my shout out to the Tar Heel State. This Spring weather may be somewhat  sketchy, and even a little odd to a newcomer....but I'm happy to be here, and right now, I wouldn't have it any other way.