Spring.

There are a few things in particular that let me know spring has arrived.
Firstly, it's the north-east winds. While they may bring warmth they also terrorize the seas.
Secondly, it is the arch nemisis of the human foot - Bindies. Whilst they are still to reach their full and evil potential, I can see them popping up amongst the grass, idle until they strike some poor fellows' heels without warning.
Thirdly, it's those little white flowers that really signify that the season is starting to gain momentum.