Things to look forward to In the Winter

Was thinking a lot of us with sad with obvious reasons dread the winter but there are some nice things to look forward too. Why not share yours?

These are mine

Cosy nights in by log fire

Romantic! Can use candles more.

Christmas (not the hype with shopping) but the lights and carols and the true meaning.

Snow well its nice for a short period! makes everything look picturesque.

Going out for a walk on crisp day wrapped in hat scarf and gloves plus my wife looks cute in hers.

Having soups and stews to eat.

Winter wonderland, the outside skating.

So what are yours?

I must admit im struggling with this,perhaps the rare sunny days in the Winter.

Like paulst, I'm struggling with this. Indeed a couple of years ago I gave up and now head for Catalonia in Spain for Nov - March, where the winter starts end December and ends at the end of February. At two months its ok, and nothing like the UK. Only family commitments prevent my escape this year.

I am unable, with SAD, to remain in a country where the winter lasts a minimum of six months. Our early ancestors must have found this country, with its abundant rainfall, perfect for growing crops. But it must have been a miserable, wretched existence.

No work over Christmas.
Walks in the countryside in December (as long as it's not raining).
Beautiful sunsets (at 3pm!).
Crisp, sunny, frosty mornings.
And snow...

Things to look forward to in winter....hmm.... not easy! Sitting in our lovely extension at the back of the house on a sunny day.