Spring into Wine
There is nothing quite like that first spring dinner on the patio. After months of sitting inside while the cold and snow reign, enjoying a meal outside with the grass greening, birds flitting from one budding tree to another, and the breeze carrying a warmth and scent of the just awakening lilac bushes and strawberry plants is truly a magical moment, a magical moment made even more enchanting with a perfect glass of wine. Sitting on my patio is my happy place. Thanks to the position of our backyard and our large maple trees, we are able to enjoy our sanctuary at almost all hours of the day spring through fall. There have been many a great conversation, meal, glass of wine, simple relaxation moment, and bird, bat, and butterfly watching adventure spent in our colorful oasis. So, for me, there is no moment more special than when the temperatures start to rise, and dinners can once again be consum...