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If It’s April, It MUST Be Springtime!
By Josette Veltri f r o m b o n d a g e away old misfortunes ready for new beginnings. (twinkl.
and, Muslims com/blog/fascinating-facts-all-about-spring)
It is said April is the celebrate Eid al-Fitr It is a time for bears to awaken after months of
first full month of spring marking the end of hibernation, a time when nature comes alive with color,
in the northern hemisphere Ramadan’s fasting. sound, and an abundance of fresh produce. April’s spring
and springtime often In traditional weather gives us a sense of renewed motivation for life.
means different things to Chinese Medicine, Spring cleaning is a tradition for many. It is the perfect
different people. For some, springtime is time to declutter homes, garages, attics, and even closets
it represents the start of associated with the element of wood. This element is to get rid of the old and make way for the new. It is said
the allergy season, for represented within our physical bodies by the liver and spring cleaning can be a cathartic experience that leaves
others it may be looking the gall bladder. These organs and meridians are known as us refreshed and renewed. And, April’s weather is a
for the new buds forming the ultimate architects in our decision-making and future perfect time to enjoy the outdoors – it is not too hot and
on plants and trees. But for most, springtime is a time of planning, so it makes sense that we feel more able to plan not too cold, it is just right!
new beginnings. The word April is rooted in Latin aperire and create change at this time of year. (thesmallestlight. Some fun facts and events – (almanac.com/the factsite.
meaning “to open,” an appropriate reference indeed. co.uk/how-the-spring-season-inspires-new-beginnings) com/april-facts):
April is full of religious festivals, all bringing a sense of Spring is the start of the Thai New Year, an important · In spring, people breathe more often compared to
hope and symbolizing the resurgence of life. Some examples time in the Buddhist calendar. Celebrated each year on the other seasons. Thanks to the plants awakening in spring,
– Christians celebrate Easter representing the risen Christ, 13th of April, the throwing of water has become a huge the air is filled with a large amount of oxygen which may
Jewish people celebrate Passover commemorating freedom part of the annual celebrations as it symbolizes cleaning account for an increase in allergies.
· The term ‘Spring Fever’ refers to both the
psychological and physiological symptoms including
restlessness, daydreaming, and an increase in sexual
attraction.
· It is during springtime that birds are more vocal as
they sing to attract mates and warn away rivals.
· Spring brings more daylight which triggers the
release of serotonin, a chemical in our brains that helps
us feel happier.
· April is the time to reset our goals for the year, fine-
tune them, and re-establish our motivation towards those
goals.
· In April we celebrate Earth Day.
· April once had 29 days, but a 30th day was added
when Julius Caesar established the Julian calendar.
· April’s birthstone is a diamond, representing
innocence and the birth flowers are the Daisy and the
Sweet Pea.
· April 1964, the month Ford unveiled their first
Mustang costing $2,368.
· April 1828, Noah Webster copyrighted the first
Webster Dictionary.
· April 1912, the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic
Ocean.
Mark Twain references the first day of April, often
known as April Fool’s Day, when he wrote, this is the day
upon which we are reminded of what we are on the other
three hundred and sixty-four days. Now, I would imagine
Twain’s writing sparked some contention requiring a bit
of reflection on our part. Agreed!
Josette Veltri, a Boca Point resident, is a certified
educator and coach on loss and transition. Her purpose,
to assist clients heal and move forward so they can go
from I Can’t to I Can, One Step at a Time. She can be
reached at josette@nextstepnewstart.com. (https://www.
linkedin.com/in/josettejveltri/)
How To Add
Your Guests To
The Gate
The Boca Pointe Community Association offers
a few different methods to add guests to your
visitors list, so please ensure that you add your guest
BEFORE they arrive. If your guest is not on the
list, they may be denied without a phone call being
placed to get your approval. Phone calls are placed
as a courtesy depending on how busy the guard is
when they arrive.
To add a guest to your visitor list, you have several
options:
• Website- www.gateaccess.net
• Cell phone app- Download ABDI/Gate Access
from the app/play store
• Access Control- Call 561-395-3392 or leave a
voicemail message at 561-395-3369
The advantage of using gateaccess.net or the app
is the ability to:
• Add a guest for the day or permanently
• Remove a guest
• Send a pass with barcode
• Receive notification of guest arrival
If you have any questions regarding access
methods, please call the Boca Pointe Community
Association 561-395-7551. 
