I find myself strangely comforted by "grey" overcast days. It's the end of May and everyone around me is celebrating the approach of the sunny hot weather. I always attribute my affinity for the cloudy days to being born and raised for the first 6 years of my life in England.
Don't get me wrong, I love the sunny days, and catching some rays, but those days don't generate as many inner feelings and associations for me.
There is a romantic allure to the 'overcast' days for me. It speaks of stealing away with a loved one, and staying under the covers all day with a fire and wine in the backdrop. An element of mystery....as if the Universe is brooding or pensive about something.
Add a thunderstorm and rain and I'm even happier. I find the tumultuousness of a good thunder storm invigorating. The phrase "Something wicked this way comes" always comes to mind, and I relish every moment. There is no greater pleasure than drifting off to sleep at night, listening to the sound of rain falling outside my bedroom window.
As I enter summer, I secretly look forward to the cool evenings, and blustery days of autumn. I know.....I'm a bit odd......
Still, the hot sunny days will come, and I will enjoy! So here's to a good tan, and drinks on the patio this summer.....Cheers!
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