You Know Spring is Close When...

Spring is in the air, right? As I look out of my office window at the snow coming down in droves it's hard to imagine that spring is near. But, alas, there are signs to convince me to keep the faith.

Last week I got the opportunity to go to Las Vegas and take a sneak peak at the latest collections from Stressless by Ekornes. Never heard of Stressless? They only make the most comfortable recliner in the world. In fact, their tagline is "The Innovators of Comfort" and they live up to it for sure! Ok, enough, you get it. I love Stressless! Anyway...when you get to preview "Spring Collections" of furniture lines, that's a sign.

Another sign? When the good ole' Jazzfest comes to town! Circle Furniture is once again a sponsor of the Jazzfest 2010. All throughout March, April and May legends in jazz and blues play to sell-out crowds at the intimate but lively Regattabar in the Charles Hotel. We love the Charles! Ok, perfect scenario for a blast of a weekend? Dinner reservations at Rialto - yum! Catch a jazzfest show at the Regattabar later in the evening. Sip on a cordial after the show at the cool and low-key Noir bar. Stay over in the inspiring Charles Hotel right in the heart of Harvard Square, so no driving is necessary. Wake up and have the most delicious brunch at Henrietta's Table. Trust me, you cannot miss with a weekend like that!

One more sign spring is near? Circle is having their "Invest in Your Nest" promo starting today. Spring collections are on the showroom floors ready to inspire and delight you. Wait till you see the colorful new leathers from Ekornes, the gorgeous Catalina bedroom collection from Copeland and the fabulous Milford sectional dressed in spring fabrics. Shop around, find something that suits your fancy and get a $200 gift card for a future purchase when you spend $1000!

As for Vegas, there are two kinds of people in this world; those who love Vegas and those who don't. I love. The restaurants are amazing. The gambling is exciting (ok, until you start losing!) The shows are phenomenal. You can even take an airplane tour of the Grand Canyon or the Hoover Dam. Even go hiking at Lake Mead. Unfortunately, it is not always true that what happens in Vegas, stays there. With all the eating and drinking I did last week I'm quite sure I brought home a couple of extra pounds! Oh well. Another sign spring is fast approaching? Bathing suit season is right around the corner! Ugh.