And in true Atlanta fashion. Everything is green and, thanks to the pollen, yellow. A car left outside for more than an hour will be covered in the stuff. Most folk can't believe how outrageous the allergens are here. So, here's a statistic for you:
Today's pollen count is 1,074 and, according to allergy specialists, a high count is anything over 121.
Quite a few of my northeastern friends thought I was exaggerating when I first moved here. They swore I wasn't eating properly (which I wasn't) or drinking enough water (which I was). Bottom line, few, if any escape the runny nose, itchy eyes and bronchial tightness brought on by Atlanta's spring fest.
But, having said all that, combine the pollen with the sorely needed rain we have been experiencing and we may have one of the most beautiful springs ever. I'll make sure to take lots of pics of the flowers as they continue to bloom. This week it's the Dogwood trees and I promised myself a walk in Piedmont Park to catch a glimpse of the beauty. Since it's going to rain again on Sunday, I'll be sure to get out tomorrow.
As is in keeping with Spring, I am feeling energized, optimistic and completely open to possibility! I start an acting class next week with my friend Bryan and I am very excited. He's done a few community theater parts recently, but I have not graced the stage since high school (don't bother counting on your fingers and toes, you don't have enough to calculate how long it's been). I made sure to sign up for the film foundational class because I am a movie and TV junkie. I figure, why not learn how to do the things I enjoy watching.
And, in keeping with that sentiment, I'm taking striptease lessons next!
Hey, Life is meant to be enjoyed. Get out and have a little fun!!!
1 comment:
woo hoo! Sounds like you're going to have a lot of fun!
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