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Word of the Day: Bracing
As springtime arrives, winter’s bracing winds and weather give way to gentler breezes and soft caressing winds.
The term bracing is often used to describe harsh, invigorating weather conditions that take your breath away.
Bracing weather can be exhilarating and invigorating, but it can also be challenging to navigate.
The word bracing refers to something invigorating, stimulating, and refreshing.
It often describes cold, fresh air or a cold splash of water on your face.
Bracing weather can be a wake-up call to your senses, leaving you feeling energized and alert.
During the winter months, bracing weather can be particularly challenging, especially in Canada, where Old Man Winter does his worst.
Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can make travel difficult and dangerous.
But as spring arrives, the bracing winds and weather give way to milder conditions.
This transition can be a welcome relief as we begin to shed our winter coats and enjoy the sun’s warmth.
However, with climate change heating up, that quickly turns to scorching summer heat.
As the weather warms up, many people start to spend more time outdoors, enjoying the beauty of nature.
Whether hiking in the mountains or taking a leisurely stroll through the park, spring’s bracing winds and weather can be a wonderful way to reconnect with the natural world.
As we move from winter to spring, the bracing winds and weather will give way to gentler breezes and soft caressing winds.
So, let’s appreciate the last bracing winter winds before the hellish heat of the summer descends upon us.
In the meantime, enjoy all the beauty and wonder nature offers!
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