If you’ve never read “Frederick” by Leo Lionni, check out the video below.
Published in 1967, this dreamy field mouse spends his days gathering sun rays, colors and words, which is very different from the mice who are gathering nuts, straw etc. While each of the mice contributes during the long winter, Frederick’s stash of sun, colors and stories plays an important role as well.
When I first moved to Vermont, I found the winter incredibly long and somewhat depressing. I remembered “Frederick” and made an effort the following summer to embrace every aspect of the season so that I’d be ready when the leaves and the snowflakes started falling. It definitely worked.
So take a tip from Frederick now that the days are much longer and temps a lot warmer. Enjoy an afternoon at the beach. Walk in the woods or around your neighborhood. Take some pics of favorite spots. Watch a bird build its nest or feed its young. Invite friends for a patio dinner or meet in a park for lunch. In short, spend time storing up spring and summer memories as the seasons will be changing sooner than we might like.
Not interested in today’s activities, try the Take a Break Pinterest Board.
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