2014: Happy 1st Day of Spring!

March 20, 2014 by Tracy

Photograph Credit: Microsoft Images

It’s here – whether it feels like spring or not.

The time to replace hats, scarves, and gloves with umbrellas, raincoats, and rubber boots has arrived.

With spring maintenance underway, we are getting our house pressure washed and the heating and cooling systems inspected.

We are welcoming the spring season with the scent of lemon wafting through our home since cleaning is on the back burner while I have maintenance personnel traipsing through our home.

In celebration of this first day of spring, we will head to our local Rita’s for a FREE Italian ice this afternoon and then watch our brackets as March Madness starts today.

Though we are not focusing on the upcoming allergies, pollen, and spring colds, we are watching for birds, flowers, and baby animals.

The sun is peeking out of the rain clouds and chasing away the cold. Enjoy today as we say goodbye to winter and welcome spring with open arms.

Happy 1^st Day of Spring!

Question: How are you celebrating today?

2013: Happy First Day of Spring!

March 20, 2013 by Tracy

Photograph Credit: Fotolia

Over the weekend, we received a taste of spring. The sun was out, the temperatures were in the low 70’s, and the birds were a-fluttering.

Opening the windows for a few hours was refreshing as I began my spring cleaning, and my children enjoyed spending time at the park with Daddy. 😀

Though the weather pattern has changed to much colder temperatures this week, spring is here and more beautiful days are coming.

In celebrating spring’s arrival, a few businesses are offering these free or discounted options:

Rita’s – Free Italian Ice – March 20, 2013

Fazoli’s – Free kid’s meal with purchase of adult entree – March 21, 2013

7-Eleven – Any size coffee for $1 on Wednesdays in March – March 20 and 27, 2013

Whether or not you participate in these promotions, spring is here. On our family’s spring calendar, we will plant our garden, celebrate birthdays, and enjoy getting outside to play and explore. For those of you still in the deep freeze, hang in there. Spring is on its way. 🙂

Happy first day of spring!

2012: Happy First Day of Spring!

March 20, 2012 by Tracy

Photograph Credit: Rita's Italian Ice

In celebration of the first day of spring, Rita’s Italian Ice is offering each customer a free regular-sized Italian ice today, March 20, 2012.

To find a Rita’s Italian Ice, click on this store locator.

Just stop by between 12:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to enjoy your cool drink.

Happy first day of spring!

Rita’s: Free Italian Ice on March 20, 2011

March 11, 2011 by Tracy

Mark your calendars for a great, free celebration for the first day of spring!

When: Sunday, March 20, 2011

What time: Noon until 9:00 p.m.

Where: All open Rita’s Italian Ice locations

What: A free regular size Italian ice for each customer

What a nice cool way to enjoy the start of spring! Check out Rita’s website for a participating location near you: http://www.ritasice.com/events-and-promotions/first-day-of-spring.aspx.