Stone Arch bridge a good spot to enjoy spring

Stone Arch bridge
The Stone Arch Bridge crosses the Mississippi River near St. Anthony Falls in downtown Minneapolis.
Photo by Steve Karolek, via Creative Commons

With a forecast for sunny skies and warm temperatures today, lots of people will be looking for an excuse to be outside. Essayist Peter Smith says spring is a good time to get out and reconnect -- with each other and with some of our favorite places.