Summer's in the air!

Summer might not be on the calendar (in fact, it's not even spring yet), but today in Downey, summer was definitely in the air.

It started this morning when I took the dog for a walk. From the moment I stepped outside, I wanted to throw out my arms and bask in the warmth of the sun and the day. I wanted to keep walking forever in the fresh air, under the crystal blue sky. (Alas, I had to head off to work.)

And then shopping at Downey Landing tonight reinforced the feeling. Old Navy was selling shorts and tank tops. And the display at the Pier One store, with its patio chairs and bright colors and cushy pillows, made me want to find a nice corner of the yard to curl up and relax in.