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To be loving earlier darker nights in my 50s

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sugarplumlily · 28/08/2026 20:30

I used to crave the sun. I do still like it. But this year, for the first time ever, the darker evenings are already feeling comforting and calm. I’ve never had this feeling at this time of year before. I am looking forward to the cold fresh air, winter walks, the rain, and just breathing it all in.

Has anyone else felt like they suddenly like winter more as they’ve aged?

YABU - winter sucks
YANBU - winter is wonderful

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TomatoGlut · 28/08/2026 20:39

Most of my hobbies are outdoors based even more so as I age so no, I don't relish the shorter days. I will be glad to see the back of the sweltering weather and its impact on nature though.

fedupandraging · 28/08/2026 20:33

No way. I hate the evenings closing in!

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