This article was originally published on Starandstyle.com
Ah, those winter months. When fall rolls around we are always eager for the cold after the blistering heat of summer, but once it hits… well, we remember again why we were chasing after those long sunny days by the beach. Winter has been funky in these last couple years, seeming to show up late but hitting like a truck when it did, catching us off guard and keeping up the usual struggle of searching for warmth amidst the greyness. Well, if you needed a bit of cheering up to help you through the cold winter months, look no further, we have you covered!
1. Early Risers Begets Early Sleepers
The comic captures the essence of winter’s abrupt evenings with a sun that clocks out before the last office email is sent. A nod to our solar routine, it tends to turn pitch-black by teatime. There’s a silent solidarity in that universal 4:30 PM confusion — is it bedtime or just a late lunch?
The sun’s apathetic “Sorry, what?” and the final dismissive wave was winter’s way of telling us that it’s time for dim lights and indoor warmth. We all know the drill: embrace the night, because winter waits for no one’s schedule.