Winter

Winter means hibernation for some people who live in homes. They stand looking out of the windows and the grey skies. The rain drops merging into a stream on the window panes. After a few minutes, they turn away. The decision is set firm if they pass a door to the outside and an icy wave of air flows into the room. No not stepping outside today. Each day is the same. So they never venture outside unless an appointment forces them out. So it’s vitamin D pills instead of 15 minutes of sunshine to ward of the vitamin D deficiency. It takes a warm coat, thermals, good shoes and a little courage.