Winter Blues

Yesterday Jon commented on how high the electric bill was.

I commented on how tired and unmotivated I felt.

I could have explained both of those.

Winter can be gloomy. It rains (or snows) a lot and we are housebound. There aren't as many things to do outside of the house and we get bored. The kids are more restless.

I like lots of light so that is why the electric bill is high. 

What nature isn't providing the electric company can.

Also I was tired of staying in the house doing the same old things over and over again.

I think even the kids were getting bored.

So today I tried to think of things that made the winter months more enjoyable.

I love candles. And I rarely burn them during the spring and summer.

The Christmas candy must be eaten.

Waste is not acceptable.

I spent the entire afternoon with my amazing son making hearts.

(see other blog)

Thanks to efforts on all our parts (the kids were actually a great help) my house is very clean.

This always makes me feel better.

Now it's on to supper. But I will continue to look for cheery things this winter to keep my spirits up.