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File Under: Saving the planet one footstep at a time

I have two offices. One is about 7.5 miles from home, the other is about 1.25 miles. I generally split my time between those offices 50/50, meaning I'm at one office one day, the other office the next day. Depending on the week, there are days when I have to be at both offices so I do a lot of driving. Granted they're not really long distance trips, but I look forward to days like today. I walked to work. It was nice to leave the car at home and set out on foot. At 6:40 am, people are just starting out. It's not very crowded on the roads, the sidewalks are quiet. It helps that it's summer and school is out so some people are on vacation. Today's walk to work was nice. The walk home was nice too but it was warmer, more humid and more crowded. But I'm home now, I feel like I got a bit of a workout and most important, I saved some gas by leaving my car at home. Not much, but every little bit helps.

Spring is HERE!

File Under: Giddy for Spring!

Springtime has arrived in Chicago. The weather has been very pleasant, grass is sprouting, tulips are coming up and the trees have blossoms and hints of early green. It's just a happy time. Oh sure, I'm not fooled, we could have days where it feels a bit cold, there will be rain, and it's Chicago so it will be windy. But it's SPRING!

Here are some pictures I took today. Random acts of Springtime!

Pretty trees!

A blooming tree outside of work:

The Buddhist Temple, preparing for some sort of colorful festival:

What elements of Springtime make you happy?