Strap one on

It was 76 degrees in this part of nowhere on Sunday. Sun-filled skies, lazy white clouds and a warm breeze that reeked of Spring. It was fantastic.

Today it's 26.

Is it just me or has this been the longest winter in the history of winter? Every time it gets above 40, I get that tingly feeling that warmer weather is just around the corner. I start counting my strappy sandals -- 12 pair. That's right, 12. Last week, I put on one of my favorite pair and wore it around the house while I dusted, put together dinosaur puzzles and cleaned the bathrooms. Surprisingly, it didn't help usher the Spring season any faster.

Before you start, I know that Spring officially starts March 20. Knowing that it's at least three more weeks away doesn't help my anxiety lessen. In fact, I'm starting to get a little frantic for warmer weather and I've started making totally baseless and idle threats about taking the ball of fire and running away to Corpus Christi where I will earn my living by helping shoot "Girls Gone Wild" videos.

Most likely, I'll just buy some new strappy sandals. I happen to have a pair already picked out!