Leaf by Elizabeth

I have decided that I am not a fan of winter. My perspective may change in the future, I acknowledge that, but for now, winter and I are basically enemies. Because what I need in order to thrive is quality time in outdoor beauty. Winter messes with both aspects of that equation- it is often so cold/wet/dark that going out is unpleasant, and for the big stretches between snowstorms, the outdoors are just plain ugly (rotting plants, brown leaves, dead grass, gray skies, etc). However, I have been surprised by beauty throughout this winter. First by bare tree limbs against the navy or pearl or peach sky at dusk- a stark beauty, but still so intricate and pleasing. And then, of course the snow. Maybe if we lived somewhere where there was snow for the whole winter, I would be happier about the season. Because snow really is gorgeous. On a micro level, snowflakes are just amazing (I could stand outside gazing at them on my coat for hours), and on a macro level, I love the way it sparkles