March is a month of powerful transition, famously arriving “in like a lion and out like a lamb.” This speaks to its shift from winter’s last blustery gusts to the gentler beginnings of spring. Symbolically, it is named for Mars, the Roman god of war, reflecting its historical ties to the restart of military campaigns and the preparation of soil for planting. The Vernal Equinox occurs this month, officially bringing spring to the Northern Hemisphere—a time of rebirth where plants grow, animals mate, and birds migrate. The full moon is called the Worm Moon, signaling the earth’s reawakening. Beware the Ides of March (the 15th), a date forever marked by the assassination of Julius Caesar.

March weather is famously changeable, captured in sayings like “March many weathers” and the concept of the “Borrowing Days”—traditionally the last three wild, wintry days of the month, said to be borrowed from April. The lion-and-lamb proverb not only describes weather but may also reference the constellations Leo rising and Aries (the ram) setting. This folklore underscores a month of dynamic change, reminding us that turbulence gives way to calm, and perseverance through unpredictable conditions leads to spring’s steady rewards.

March offers natural momentum for renewal and action. The increasing daylight (boosted by Daylight Saving Time beginning for many) literally provides more light to seize the day. The historical and agricultural roots of March as a time to “march forth” and begin new campaigns translate perfectly to modern goals: it’s an ideal time to plant the seeds of your personal projects. The energetic shift from Pisces to Aries zodiac energy encourages us to move from planning to doing. The playful holidays—from Peanut Butter Lover’s Day to National Walk in the Park Day—remind us to find joy in the journey.

Celebrating All Month

Red Cross Month                     Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month                                                       National Athletic Training Month   National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month National Brain Injury Awareness Month National Breast Implant Awareness Month Endometriosis Awareness Month   Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month Irish-American Heritage Month      National Colrectol Cancer Awareness Month                                                      National Kidney Month                            Asset Management Awareness Month National Trisomy Awareness Month National Social Work Month            National Women’s History Month   National Sauce Month                        National Noodle Month                      National Frozen Food Month            National Flour Month                          National Credit Education Month   National Craft Month                          National Cheerleading Safety Month                                                      National Celery Month                       National Caffeine Awareness Month                                                      National Peanut Month                      National Umbrella Month                 National Nutrition Month

Sports fans revel in March Madness, the thrilling NCAA basketball tournament that captivates the nation. The phrase “mad as a March hare” finds a parallel in the frenetic energy of buzzer-beaters and bracket busters. Beyond basketball, baseball’s spring training is in full swing, and many professional leagues are heading into postseason preparations, making March a pivotal and exciting month for athletics.

The month’s birthstones are aquamarine and bloodstone, and its flowers are the daffodil and jonquil.  March is marked by the zodiac transition from dreamy, compassionate Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) to bold, pioneering Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19). Notable birthdays span centuries of creativity, leadership, and talent:

· Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) – Mar 2
· Shaquille O’Neal – Mar 6
· Lady Gaga – Mar 28
· Harry Belafonte – Mar 1
· Jon Bon Jovi – Mar 2
· Peyton Manning – Mar 24
· Reese Witherspoon – Mar 22
· Elton John – Mar 25
· James Madison – Mar 16
· Vincent van Gogh – Mar 30