Don't Forget to Spring Forward

Daylight saving time is scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 13 at 2 a.m., meaning that most folks across the United States will need to set their clocks forward one hour so they won't be late for their Sunday morning obligations.

The idea of daylight saving time was first conceived by Benjamin Franklin in 1784 during a trip to Paris. Franklin, a renowned spendthrift was musing on the potential savings that could be found by maximizing the amount of natural light available during the day.

According to historians, Franklin also wrote about the positive impact that more daylight could have on the general mood of citizens.

You can read more about Franklin's thoughts on daylight saving here.

So, if you're feeling a little grumpy due to that lost hour of sleep tomorrow morning, just think of that extra hour of sunshine you'll be able to enjoy during the evening.

And, if you find yourself losing your bearings all due to the time change, you can check to official U.S. time here.