When I think of winter, I feel a mixture of emotions in my heart. There are aspects that make me smile and others that make me a little dejected.
Winter brings shorter days, with the sun withdrawing its warm rays earlier and earlier. It is sometimes hard to get out of bed when it is still dark outside. The evenings seem endless, shrouded in a darkness that sometimes makes me a little melancholy. I miss the long, bright evenings of summer, when the sun slowly disappears behind the horizon and gives way to a serene twilight.
And then there is the cold, a bitter companion at this time of year. The piercing sensation of the icy wind caressing my skin makes me long for the warmth of spring. My hands and feet sometimes seem to freeze, and I can't wait to warm them by our cozy stove.
But in the midst of these chilly aspects of winter, I find comfort in the warmth of coziness. Winter invites togetherness, the sharing of warmth and love. Cozy evenings with family, enjoying a delicious meal together or simply being together under a blanket bring an inner joy that makes one forget the cold.
And then that enchanting splendor of snow!!! When the first flakes swirl from the sky, I feel a childlike excitement in my heart. The landscape is covered with a blanket of pristine white, making everything look fairy-like. I cannot help but go outside and leave my footprints in the fresh snow, breathing in the pure air and warming my face with a broad smile.
