Today would be the unofficial first day of Spring.
Today was the day when the weather would allow you to do anything you like outside in a comfortable fashion.
The sun broke the sky and the citizens of this town took to the outdoors in some form or another to enjoy it.
Some took to running or biking.
Maybe some went fishing.
Perhaps you went for some beers and grilled outside at a friends house.
But everyone in the town can absolutely FEEL the difference in the day. And the results in peoples moods is very apparent.
If one was forced due to their job or school to not enjoy the splendor of the day, one would imagine they would curse their luck.
Bars and restaurants with patio seating become the most desirable place to eat a meal.
Maybe its slightly less understandable if you happen to live in warmer climates, but speaking at least from the perspective of someone who has lived in central Pennsylvania all their life, the break represents almost a whole new beginning.
And perhaps this Spring is special in State College for another reason.
Make no mistake about it, we were stuck in dark winter, one in which a legend lost his job under questionable circumstances, and then lost his life. I believe the town is still struggling to reclaim their 'Happy' Valley.
But days like today, where the sun cannot help but shine through and touch your skin, it's difficult to not be filled with the hopes and dreams to continue living as best we can.
It's hard to keep from smiling.
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