Settling into Winter.

The first week of slightly cooler weather could not have come any sooner for me. It's funny, I truly love the summer; the beach, sunshine, beer and the ability to not have to worry about an umbrella. But a part of me is also quite fond of the winter. I love autumn and the fact it's that time of the year where you start 'settling in to winter'- by which I mean you start layering your clothing, drinking tea and spending weekends at home.

I have been thinking a lot lately about the idea of dependency (predominantly within a relationship). I don't consider dependency an overly bad notion, depending on the context that is. I prefer to spend my time on the weekends with my boyfriend. I like to spend Saturday running errands, cleaning, taking Archer to the beach and then spending Sundays eating bacon and eggs for breakfast and doing a little exploring of this wonderful city. I don't consider myself dependent for this reason, it's just my choice. I like the fact that I have finally come to a stage where I don't mind being 'looked after', I don't mind having someone else in my life who can cook for me when I'm too tired, who is the primary 'bread winner' and makes me feel safe. However, I also like the fact that we can look after each other- it's a two way street.

To be honest, I think it's the weather which makes me feel this way. Winter is the time to be cuddly and romantic. I have also realised how I kinda like being 'on a budget', for the first time of my adult life I have to be resourceful with my money and it's kinda fun and teaching me things I never thought I would need to learn.

Life is good. For the first time in a while, I am truly content with what I am doing and where I am heading. I have so much to be grateful and thankful for. Now to finish this blog with a quote. I would like to dedicate this quote to my nanna, because it's a quote she showed me a long time ago and told me one day I would really understand it. It's a quote I live by now, and something many of you should take in to consideration too.

"Lord grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference"