Michelle Grossman, Weathercaster

Not only is it Friday, TGIF, but it is absolutely picture perfect, weather-wise, in the Northeast. The sun is shining and the air is finally milder. Mid 70’s are not out of the question this weekend.

And like most Fridays, well, actually most days, my very good friend Merry is emailing me. By the way, we met about ten years ago when we were undergrads at Penn State. She’s great. She’s the type of friend that you can go months not talking to her (but why would you want to?) and pick up right where you left off.

So, she’s looking for the dirt. Typical weekend questions. But says, and I quote, “Now that it’s getting nice, I don’t have to be sad anymore!” SADLY, I knew exactly what she meant.

Merry lives in Boston. She has been suffering through the dreary skies and winter-like temps the Spring Nor'easter brought. But what a difference a week makes!

Just a few days ago, I was slowly climbing onto my treadmill about to begin yet ANOTHER indoor workout. That was about the only activity I could muster up besides sitting on the couch. After 30 dreary minutes, I stopped only to change shows on my DVR...The Office to Entourage...Workout to Punk'd...it didn't matter...anything to pass the time.

Enter today, a beautiful, cloudless day...70 degrees...and I'm eagerly planning my weekend. Nothing big. I have to work tomorrow. But it’s funny how nice weather actually makes the day feel a little bit longer. So, instead of driving home from work and thinking about sleep…I’m thinking Mexican food on the patio. I’ve been craving mole sauce. So, enjoy your weekend, no matter what the weather!