It’s fall, y’all. Actually, it’s starting to feel more like winter as the days get shorter. It’s cold, it gets dark early, and this week’s forecast promises rain and gloom all day long. So far, this weather has zero stars from me.
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However…the leaves. Right after I complained that we had no fall leaves, the Riverbend delivered with vibrant oranges and reds and purples. I took a drive down the River Road last weekend and stuck my head out the window as I wound up the trails through Pere Marquette State Park.
It was gorgeous. This experience reminded me of all the reasons why I love living in the Riverbend. I also recently biked through the trails in Madison County (I’m a bicyclist now, remember?) and crunched my way over a blanket of leaves. What a beautiful home we have.
All of that being said, though, the winter blues are starting to settle in. We’re getting closer and closer to those short days and bitter temperatures. I know myself. And I know a lot of other people also lose their cool when it gets too cool outside.
We’re in it together, but I refuse to be bogged down by the blues this season. I’m determined not to pull a Jack Nicholson in “The Shining.” All work and no play makes Sydney a dull girl. Nope. We’re going to have fun. We’re going to white-knuckle it until spring if we have to.
How am I combatting the gloominess of winter? Well, let me tell you. Of course, there are other ways to stay in a happy mood. If you’ve got any suggestions, I’m all ears! But in the meantime, here’s what I’ll be doing. I’m excited for the holidays and eager for some snow and, above all, ready for spring. But what a gift to experience all four seasons. I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again — we have a really cool place to call home.
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