Winter and a Groundhog

Here in the Northeast we are right in the middle of the winter season.  It’s now February and the days are cold and sometimes filled with snow.  

The wind seems to be persistent and the sun wants to shine at times but often there are clouds in the sky. You begin to start to think about warmer days.

Just how much longer will the blustery cold weather last?

Puxatawny Phil of Gobbler’s Knob has come out and made his prediction.  He has seen his shadow so it looks to be six more weeks of winter. 

Skiers may be happy with the news but many of us were hoping for a shortened season. Sigh.

You’ll have to don winter coats, hats, scarves, mittens and boots for a bit longer.  Come later in February all these clothes can feel too unwieldy.  You might long for the ease of short sleeves and lightweight pants.

You need to find ways to pass the time and still keep your sanity.

• Try an outing to a museum, a play or a concert.

• Book reading can be a good pastime, especially if you are homebound.

• You could research some of your genealogy or play some computer games.  

• Get together with other people for games, watching a movie or just chatting with a cup of tea. 

• Exercising, whatever you can do is healthy and helps keep your mind in a good place.  

The winter months can feel long so having some fun and keeping connected with others is important for your mental health.  Try doing whatever works well for you, whatever your situation.

Private Home Health Care looks forward to keeping active these next few months and connecting with friends.  Warmer weather may feel just around the corner.