As Cleveland weather continues to fluctuate in these brutal winter seasons, I have noticed the gradual change to warmer weather creates a gradual change in my attitude. I grew up in Los Angeles, California and met each day with sunshine and warmth. Upon moving to Chagrin Falls, my usual daily temperatures dropped dramatically. As a result of this change, I find myself with a less positive attitude in the winter months. I feel as though the weather greatly influences a persons' emotions. Roaming outside with sprouting flowers and no snow brings me hope for warmer weather and a time when I will branch out of my depressed winter mentality. Cleveland's horrible weather has prohibited me from leaving my house. The numerous activities I engage in during the summer become only memories as I stare at my wall trying to reinvent an activty equivilent to the adventures outdoors. At work, the customers are much more approachable and friendly as spring comes and the hope for laying out on a warm summer day becomes more realistic. However, why can just a slight change in temperature affect an individuals whole lifestyle? Some reasons for this effect could come from a change of apparel. In the summer, one has many more clothing options without having to coordinate a coat with an outfit. Also, the morning sun and evening sunset allows for a longer day and a brighter greeting every morning when the last thing we want to do is go to school. The sunshine gives me a brighter outlook on the day ahead and reminds me of the summer soon to come.
Kelsey, I also blogged about the weather! These past few rainy days have really put a damper on my mood. I can not wait until the days when the sun shines brightly and I especially cannot wait until summer.
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