© Diane Mayr, all rights reserved.
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late November 2018
decreased daylight, rain, cold,
and, oh, the state of the world
a surfeit of tears
at the sound of a carol
the squish of a bug
The blues can do a number on you. Sit under a therapeutic light, wrap yourself in a fuzzy sweater, brew a pot of tea, stay away from the news. Cry if you need to. Just remember, after December 21, the days will get longer again. The holiday rush will slow to a halt. And, after December 25, holiday chocolate will be "priced to go!" Stock up!
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Love the advice about holiday chocolate, Diane. Planning ahead! Your 'squish of a bug' reminded me of the recent news that the insect population is declining, more to worry over! Don't know if that sparked your line, but I noticed. The winter blues feel less here because we still have sunshine, but closed windows & doors bring too much "in" for me. I am hopeful for the new year to bring more goodness. Thanks for sharing the few words that tell all for December.
ReplyDeleteThe report didn't spark the bug line. I was looking at a strange bug and someone came along with a tissue and killed it. I felt so bad. (We have an expression in this region--"soft as a grape." That's me.)
DeleteYes, so true. A funny time, the holiday season -- joy and sadness together. Good advice with the self care.
ReplyDeleteSelf care is an absolute must!
DeleteI’m feeling the gray here, Diane - the surfeit of tears indeed. Hoping for more sun 🌞 the glitter of December, and renewed hope. Wishing you joy.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Vicki! Enjoy the holidays! And keep posting photos of your grandkids--such cuties!
DeleteI'm feeling a little gloomy these days too! I think you have good advice, especially the part about the chocolate.
ReplyDeleteHere it seems like the sun has taken a vacation!
Delete"...oh, the state of the world" Yup. That's enough right there to make any day a grey one! Here's to longer days, more light, and discount chocolate!
ReplyDeleteAnd to haiku for hope!
DeleteI love the squished bug at the end. With the rush to the end of the year, sometimes I feel like I'm that bug!
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