I hate Winter. I hate winter because my wheelchair does not do well in the snow, and as a result, I don't leave my house much. I hate winter because it effects my mood negatively and stiffens my muscles even more than usual.
On the upside, I like wearing sweaters, drinking hot chocolate, and snow is beautiful, if you don't have to drive in it. I also enjoy looking at other people's snow men:). I like the winter holidays, when families come together, and we are encouraged to be grateful and realize what is really important. Winter isn't all bad, I admit. There is beauty in every day, and blessings surround us;if we choose to see them.
Last Monday I had to turn on the heater. I had tried to postpone this step as long as possible, but on Monday the temperature in the house dipped to a chilly 63 degrees and hats and sweatshirts were no longer enough. Winter had arrived.
Why is it that 63 degrees is a pleasant temperature outside, but cold indoors?
For the past couple of days I have been drinking a lot of hot chocolate, and that seems to help me warm up for about five minutes. Last Monday, I was still freezing after my cup of hot chocolate, so I turned the heater on, slipped on a coat, climbed into bed, and shook my fist at the forces that have kept me living in Utah.
I realized that although it was only the end of October, there have been many signs of a long winter ahead. Sure, I can bundle up, wearing multiple layers, warm socks, and hats, and make friends with people who have fireplaces. But the cold will seep into my bones, and there will never be enough hot chocolate in the world to keep me warm until the spring thaw.
Cheerful thoughts, I know. Happy Winter!
1 comment:
Yes I too have been Freezing. I like to take warm hot baths. But this week was so cold sometimes even those didn't help
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