This was a very cool day -- cold, actually with the north wind. I wore gloves to drive to the two stores visited this afternoon. I'm really not ready for this kind of weather. To be honest, I never am. I'd be happy if we went from this straight into spring. However, that isn't the way seasons work in this part of the world.
Days like this get me thinking of warmer places and areas I've visited. Some of these were hotter than I like, such as Bangkok, Singapore, Hawaii and New Orleans -- though that visit was in August <smile>. I recall being in northern Thailand in late January when the day began at 75F. We all came out for the day tour wearing shorts and our guides were aghast that we weren't wearing sweaters and shawls like they were. They felt this was a cold day. Granted when it is into the 90s most days, this particular day would have felt cold. We tried to explain that when we left home, it had been -30F. They looked puzzled and then one said, "That's colder than the kitchen freezer." We agreed. They couldn't conceive of such a temperature. It is all about what we are used to. Today I felt 5C/40F was cold. Given time to acclimate, this same temp in January will feel warm. Still, today it felt cold.
While thinking of warmer places, in my head I kept seeing the beaches and waves. People around the world participate in activities in these areas -- swimming, beach combing, riding waves. One song kept inserting itself into the vision of blue skies, warm temperatures and gorgeous ocean views. So, I will share that song with you all tonight with the caveat that this activity occurs in many countries <grin> -- even in Nova Scotia Canada. Stay safe. Enjoy!
Surfin' USA -- The Beach Boys
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