Yep, on Friday, January 13, 2012 - winter has arrived in Toronto. Snow, followed by very cold days. As much as it feels normal to have true winter weather at last, it's a reminder that it's my least favorite time of the year. I get the blues... working seems much more difficult... and I try hard to focus on the task of the moment instead of dwelling on the frozen world I have to live in, probably until late March. I hang on to facts which are sure signs of upcoming late winter and early spring... like days getting longer, and Valentine's day, and bulb flowers available in stores soon after, and March Break... Can't wait until the world turns green again.
My sons LOVE winter - and it does make it a bit easier to see them enjoy the season. Tim is out with them, he is also fond of winter. I'm the one staying home to work on whatever has to be done, welcoming them in their warm and cozy home with hot chocolate.
I am also starting to loosely look at our plans for the summer - that too makes my days a little easier. I will invest some time and energy in fixing-up our backyard, it will be good for me, and everyone in the family will enjoy the outcome. I have not taken care of our yard for at least three years... a reflection of my state of mind and mid-life personal confusion. I think that getting back into gardening will be therapeutic in many ways.
Is this the post-holiday blues? Possibly... it was pretty sweet to be free for a couple of weeks.
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