I realize it is kind of late into the Spring season, but I have my spring bucket list today! I have reasons for the timing: 1. Minnesota is a late bloomer when it comes to spring, which brings me to 2. It is hard to enjoy the fun outdoor spring things when it is still 45 degrees for most of March, April and May! Yes, we have had a few sporadic 70+ degree days that we have totally taken advantage of, but for the most part it is still pretty cool, and things did not start blooming until a week and a half ago. Therefore, we have the spring bucket list starting in mid-May! And summer doesn't start until June 20, so we have time!
1. Outdoor Brunch! - I do not know what it is this season, but I have had going to brunch on the brain. Patios/outdoor dining have been open for a bit, and I am really hoping for a warm morning to go out for brunch. What is your favorite thing to order for brunch? I am a fan of really anything, but if there is like parmesan truffle fries on the menu, I want that with a glass of champagne, please!
2. Visit the Arboretum - Minnesota has this beautiful Landscape Arboretum with miles of walking paths to various gardens that have different plants and flowers. It is beautiful there, and I have not been in a long, long time, like over 10 years..I feel like it is time to go again, haha. I am sure wherever you live has something similar like gardens, botanical gardens, a conservatory or something. Feels perfectly spring!
3. Long Walks Outside - I tried to maintain daily outdoor walks through the winter, but they were/are pretty short because of the weather. Now that it is getting nice again, I want to get back into my long 10000+ step walks. The pandemic definitely taught me that one of my favorite forms of exercise is a long, slightly brisk walk. Can't wait to get back to these!
4. Plant a Garden - We already started to plant some flowers and plants, so that it exciting! I do not think we will get to planting a big vegetable and berry garden this year because we moved into the house in the winter and the yard needs some work. I hope we will have some potted plants like tomatoes, peppers and maybe blueberries to keep on the patio!
5. Have coffee by the lake. - I have two favorite lakeside towns near me that both have local coffee shops, and lakeside views. I will definitely be taking my dog for a morning walk by the lake followed by enjoying our coffee by the water. It is my favorite thing to do a weekend morning during the spring and summer.
6. Have a Picnic - At the end of last summer, I had the most gorgeous cheese board picnic with a friend, and I want to do that this spring while everything is still in bloom! We have this favorite spot on the lake (of course) that we love because its nestled out of the way but faces the sun set. Hoping for a warmer night to do this soon!
7. Rooftop Cocktails - There are some fun rooftops in the Twin Cities, who knew! I have not had a fun rooftop cocktail night in a long time, and am itching for one, obviously at sun set, haha. The evening spring light is always so beautiful!
8. Try a restaurant I have never been to. - I didn't live away from Minnesota for long, but I feel like so many new things opened up between moving in 2018 and moving back this winter. My friends always say we need to take you to xyz place, so I am making them do it this spring!!
I kept this list somewhat short to be able to fit everything in, in the next month. I do feel like I covered some nice, springy things to do this season! What is on your spring bucket list? I am always looking for more inspiration.
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