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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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Thecatspantaloons · 29/08/2026 03:19

Ordinarily yes , I prefer the dark but I'm a cyclist with caring responsibilities 🥺 so my age (almost 55) has made me slightly more cautious than I'm used to.
I don't like it 😠.

Loulou4022 · 29/08/2026 20:48

I’m always conflicted! I’m not good with the heat but I crave the sunlight during the autumn and winter. So I need the sunlight of summer with the temperature of winter!!

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