Lazy Time beneath the Winter Sun

Basking beneath the winter sun, with the boundless blue sky above, becomes a cherished ritual of mine. Through the tranquil morning, I lounge, immersing myself in the gentle warmth that envelopes my surroundings. While engrossed in a book, I occasionally succumb to a fleeting nap, only to be roused by the sweet melody of a bird—a green-backed tit, gracefully hopping amidst the now dormant apple tree.As the leaves have descended, and the fruit trees slumber, I, unlike them, find myself awakened by these chirping serenades. Blue-whistling Thrush, and a Bulbul also join in creating a lovely ensemble. The sun’s benevolent rays, though inviting, occasionally yield to the passing clouds, imparting a touch of chill to the air. Rotating my chair intermittently, I ensure each facet of my being partakes in the sun’s nurturing embrace. This is a habit I caught on from a friend of mine who visits me from time to time from Almora. It’s akin to turning over again and again while taking a sunbath, but with the clothes on.

In these sun-soaked moments, contemplations drift through the recesses of my mind. The grass, gradually donning a golden hue, reveals the onset of wintry cold. Mornings unveil a delicate frost, swiftly vanquished by the touch of sunlight. Observing a diminutive bumblebee amid the wildflowers, I note its rhythmic dance between sunlit and shaded realms, seeking nectar. A tiny mouse rushes by.

A lazy day is good that it gives me time to admire what nature has to offer. I can also meditate on such instances and feel energized.

Thus, the radiant warmth of the sun, cherished by all, unfolds a sensory tapestry—where nature’s subtleties and the symbiosis of warmth and cold converge in the tranquil theater of winter days. The satisfaction of living a slow life is further enhanced on days like these, thanks to a bright winter sun.

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