I read somewhere that making resolutions for January is in contrast with nature and what our body wants. Our body wants to stay in hibernation, protect itself from the cold and the wet and generally curl up in a ball until Spring. Unfortunately, that is not what the modern world dictates so we must push on.
A great thing about February is daylight…daylight is coming back. Those who work full time in the UK will understand what I mean. The long dark nights are depressing and SAD is a thing. My birthday is on the summer solstice and I genuinely believe it affects me more than most. Bring on those early morning sunrises please.
Despite a horrible cold the dog must be walked and so I set off, big coat, woolly hat and waterproof boots to get outside. The ground was wet, the air was wet and me and the dog got wet.
The mud was giving mud
I am glad I went though, they say laughter is the best medicine but exercise in the fresh air is a close second. Particularly when getting back to nature with the dog is involved.
I did have a lovely video which showed the sounds of the birds and the trickling of water in the stream but alas, I don’t have premium so I can’t post it.
But honestly, getting out in nature has made me feel a million times better and I recommend it for anyone who is not feeling well.
Somewhat excitingly, I also stumbled upon a group of women getting ready to wild swim, I got their details and am going to check it out, so watch this space!
Who needs city life when this on my doorstep?
Spring is coming and I cannot wait.
Sarah Hargreaves 
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