Hanging In There

I am reluctantly coming to grips with the changing of the wind, the low sun and cooler nights. While each has its own peace and softer presence, I know that this period is short lived. All these changes signal the passing of summer. I have not complained about the too warm days where temperatures soared into the high 90's and stayed for days.; Soaking it all up, I stored them for the cold days ahead when the sun does not make an appearance.
It has taken me a number of years to realize I am a sun person; one of those people who needs vitamin D in large doses. My supply of vitamin D supplements for the winter will soon be replenished and faithfully taken each day.  I trick my mind into a false sense of security in spite of the lack of a brilliant blue sky and a sun hiding behind gray clouds.  I'm all for trickery when necessary and proud of it.  After all who wants to live with a grump from December to March.  I certainly don't and I know Nolan doesn't want to.

I don't want a face lift or botox (well maybe).  The wrinkles can be remedied by removing my contacts and avoiding mirrors a much cheaper solution.  The up side to that is also being able to retain the ability to smile.  So each morning as I down my little white pill I will smile broadly and know that modern medicine is a gift and will gladly accept what it is offering me.  Oh yes, I'm adding omega-3 fish oil--got to keep that heart happy.