After the craziness of March weather, April is blooming with flowering trees, Forsythia, daffodils and tulips.

The month of April was originally the second month in the Roman calendar. Although the name April came from Aprillis (to open) the month was named for Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love.

According to various sources people born in April are energetic, passionate, bold, creative and value friendships.

Notable days in April

• The first copywriting of Webster Dictionary 1828
• Inauguration of President George Washington 1789
• The Titanic Sinking 1912
• The beginning of the Revolutionary War 1775
• Arbor Day
• Easter, often
• Passover
• Earth Day
• New Year (in Thailand)
• Autism Awareness Month
• Leonardo da Vinci, Charlie Chaplin, Jack Nicholson and William Shakespeare birthdays

April marks the beginning of camping season for Time to Travel. Members will camp together for the first time this season in Hagerman April 7-11 and meet April 24 for the monthly meeting with important business.

May your Easter be hopeful, loving and joyful.

Suzanne