Am I the only person who savors a good, cloudy day? I find them especially delightful if the wind is blowing and dark, ominous clouds are scudding across the sky. The gloomier the weather, the more protected and cozy I feel. Peaceful, even.
I think it has something to do with the ability to safely cocoon myself indoors. Batten down the hatches, light some candles, and curl up with a good book. All these wonderful things, with no guilt for not going outside to mow the lawn, exercise, or run errands. When the sky is crystalline blue, I always feel a bit guilty for “wasting” the day by staying indoors. It is as if the gloomy weather has given me permission to hole up inside and indulge in the things I love best.
My husband does not get this. He is a sunny day sort of guy who craves as much sun as possible.
Is anyone else with me? Anyone else love a good, gloomy day?
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Yes, Elizabeth, gloomy days and rainy days have always been my favorite. Perhaps it is because I grew up in the Southwest where these days were so very few and far between. It’s a gloomy day in Tampa Bay area today (also rare) and I am enjoying it immensely.
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Nice to meet a fellow traveler, Jane!