True, Rose. Very true. I can imagine all the emotions associated with spring to be amplified, too, when it follows a winter as glacial as Canada's. In the Land Down Under, spring, though thoroughly enjoyable for all the reasons you've mention, is never quite without the sinister company of a deep, malevolent chuckle, musing the approach of scorching hellfire.
Getting out of bed while it's still dark outside, brewing a cup of tea and gazing out of the window above my desk to see the sun coming up. Perfect way to start the day!