Say hello to spring! The “spring forward” daylight savings can be bittersweet — we’re losing an hour of sleep, but on the bright side, gaining an hour of daylight. Most importantly, it’s a reminder that spring is coming, and for those that have endured endless months of whiteout in most parts of the country, it’s a light at the end of the tunnel.

Thankfully, there are many things to look forward to now that we have an extra hour of daylight. Here are six reasons I am woke up this morning actually excited about daylight savings.

Alfresco Dining

The best part of the weather warming up in the spring and summer months is the fact that we can utilize outdoor dining. There is nothing better than sitting outside with your friends and family on your terrace or at your favorite restaurant, enjoying good weather and great food.

Ice Cream

Need I say more? I scream for ice cream! 

Spring Blooms

Springtime is the best time for the flower market. Fill your house or garden with beautiful blooms. Lilacs, Iris’, Daffodils, Tulips, Hydrangeas, and Azeleas are some of my favorite flowers for this time of year. 

Sunset Workouts on the Beach

How amazing is it that you can leave the office and still have enough time (and daylight) to have an outdoor workout? My outdoor activity of choice is beach yoga and sunset hikes. 

Spring Famers Markets

The Farmers Markets in spring are full of delicious produce. Look out for apricots, grapefruit, kiwis, cherries, kumquats, and oranges.

Spring Fashion

You can start incorporating spring’s fashion trends into your daily wardrobe, like the two hottest colors of the season – turquoise and klein blue.