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The Winter Blues Aren’t A Myth

January 17, 2013 12 Comments

I can’t believe that January is half over, and so far it hasn’t been a bad winter. But I still have the winter blues.  The Christmas season was so busy, with no time to slow down.  And while our winter has not been bad, so far, I am so ready for it to be over.  Winter is just a bad time for me.  I don’t like the dark, the cold, and especially the snow.  We have been lucky to this point that we have only had a little bit. I shouldn’t be complaining, but I am literally begging for Spring.  Dreaming of open windows, birds singing, green grass, and longer nights.

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One of the first things I look forward to is time change.  Even if it’s still cold out or if there is snow on the ground, having it light out longer makes it a big more easy to get through.  I am very happy that it is at the beginning of March this year. Baseball season is one of the best things that helps combat the winter blues.  We have some terrific baseball friends, and being with them really helps to combat those winter blues.  Spring also means baseball, and we all know how much I love baseball season.  For example, these are some of my posts regarding baseball:

These are just a few of my favorite posts regarding why I think Winter is not my favorite season.  If it wouldn’t be too much trouble, I’d pack up my family and move somewhere warm.  But since I dislike packing and organizing more, I think I will pull out an extra sweatshirt and fuzzy socks until Spring makes her appearance.  And in the meantime, try not to think about the winter blues, and focus on the fact that it won’t be too long until I can see the flowers coming in.

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Sunshine Is Good For The Soul

February 22, 2012 9 Comments

When I look at the calendar, it’s hard to believe that the end of February is almost upon us.  It just seemed like the new year began, and here we are almost 2 full months into it.  Well, you will get no complaints from this blogger.  I thrive on sunshine, long nights, warm breezes, and open windows.  During the winter, I mark the passing of time by when it gets dark.  Darkness means a few good things, like Big Daddy J on his way home from work or evening television with the family.  But I can’t deny it, the fact that it is no longer pitch black at 5pm makes me want to dance and sing(don’t worry, I will spare you the torture).

 

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Some of things I am looking forward to now that the sunshine is shining longer:

  1. Spring baseball
  2. Walks in the evening with the hubby and children
  3. Having the windows open so a breeze blows through the house
  4. Seeing the kids run around outside having fun
  5. Lighter meals and grilling
  6. Barbeques with the baseball team parents

In the past few days, I have gotten more things accomplished than I have all winter.  I know that some believe that seasonal affect disorder, or SAD, is not a true medical condition.  I am not sure that I believe that.  I also have hypothyroidism, and lack of sunlight tends to make my symptoms more extreme.  I am noticing that as the days grow longer, I am much more content.  The winter sluggishness and depression is lessening, the attitude is improving, and my energy is increasing.

I know that there will still be days where snow will fall, sleet will be present, and the skies will be gray.  But it is so nice to know that there is an end in sight.  So tell me, What Do You Enjoy Most About Longer Evenings?

 

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What I Learned This Week~February 21st

February 21, 2012 8 Comments

*I learned that I am not immune to how I feel in a good pair of jeans.  And that I am not immune to how I feel when hubby looks at me when wearing those good pair of jeans.

*I learned that moving from FT to PT was the best decision I could have made.  I am much more content, and more bearable to live with.

*I learned that menu planning is a good thing.  However, it is not good for accumulating gas points because you are not running to the store several times a week for forgotten items.

*I learned that I am very excited that it is staying light out later at night.  Time change is only 3 weeks away, and I really cannot wait.

*I learned that working 3-11 ranks right up there with cleaning the toilet with a toothbrush.  Thankfully, it is less now that I cut down my hours.

*I learned that the game Apples To Apples can cause you to have to run to the ladies room several times an hour because you are laughing hysterically.  And I am so happy that I am home on Sundays to play it with my family!

I learned a few things along the way this week, some new, some the same old same old. How about you? Join in the fun to see what others are doing and to make new blog friends. For more WILTW, please visit Julie at From Inmates to Playdates!

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