Sun, Rain or Wind....

My Seasons of Love feature..........

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Whether rain or shine, I will aim

I woke up at 7 this morning wishing that I could fall back into a slumber and ignore the day's wake up call. But as soon as I gobbled up a medley bar, put my cosy coat on and entered the outside world at 8, a smile crept up on my face.

The morning was perfect. It was sunny, still very cold, but the sun was shining, about three people I walked past smiled and said good morning to me and I instantly perked up for the day.

After having a much needed coffee, and a great catch up with a friend, I walked back home and felt so much brighter. I wasn't in the least bit tired, which I usually am when I've woken up at 10 and haven't wandered outside until a lot later, and I had determination set in my mind to get things done. Which I did end up doing. It's difficult to wake up early sometimes, but it can definitely pay off once you're up.

A new goal of mine is to start waking up early and either go for a coffee or just set off on a brisk walk. Whether rain or shine. That is until I see the rain through my window and think ....ooo, maybe not today, it is raining.... but a goal is a goal; you can't always stick to it now can you? But at least I can aim for it.

Glorious, glorious, rain

The delightful rain picked up today, it came pouring down like a flood from the heavens, drowning every dry nook and cranny. I was out among the shops...picking up a few sale items that would have been left all on their own if I hadn't picked them up and gave them a good home...when I bounced out into the downfall. Normally, I guess you would think Oh no and for a few minutes I did...but then I found refuge under a shelter and smiled at how refreshing the outdoors was. The high street was thinning out, people were running, and it was quite entertaining to watch how almost a stampede collected in the centre. I just stood and watched the world go by, wondering why people were out in the town, where they were heading next and whether they too found the most amazing sale in Republic.