John Findlay Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 That you start to notice that the daylight hours are getting more. Light at approx 7am and now just getting really dark at 6.10pm. The good weather and good times are not to far away. Quote
davemclaren Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 2 minutes ago, John Findlay said: That you start to notice that the daylight hours are getting more. Light at approx 7am and now just getting really dark at 6.10pm. The good weather and good times are not to far away. Yes, it certainly lifts the spirits. Quote
ri Alban Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 And my job becomes the best in the world. Quote
ri Alban Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 Just now, davemclaren said: Yes, it certainly lifts the spirits. Quote
The Gorgie Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 Can't wait to sit out in the garden instead of the living room. Quote
graygo Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 3 minutes ago, Jeff said: Neilson oot or its irrelevant Awbdy Oot or am oot. Quote
Jambo-Jimbo Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 Was watching a flock of geese flying from the South West to the North East this morning, a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Quote
Worthing Jambo Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 (edited) 46 minutes ago, John Findlay said: That you start to notice that the daylight hours are getting more. Light at approx 7am and now just getting really dark at 6.10pm. The good weather and good times are not to far away. Does that mean only 16 weeks until the nights start drawing in again?😁 Edited February 22, 2021 by Worthing Jambo Quote
Sooperstar Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 27 minutes ago, Jambo-Jimbo said: Was watching a flock of geese flying from the South West to the North East this morning, a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Geese actually fly to the UK for winter. You probably just saw them heading to their feeding grounds for the day. But aye, Spring is certainly upon us! Quote
Dagger Is Back Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 1 hour ago, John Findlay said: That you start to notice that the daylight hours are getting more. Light at approx 7am and now just getting really dark at 6.10pm. The good weather and good times are not to far away. It sure is. I suffer from SAD so I really look forward to these times. Quote
Jamhammer Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Jambo-Jimbo said: Was watching a flock of geese flying from the South West to the North East this morning, a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. I love watching them. I’m a bit of a twitcher anyway but hearing them and then seeing them flying in formation always cheers me up Quote
Victorian Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 I've heard that Mad Nicola's making it law to sleep during the day and be awake and at work at night. Quote
Locky Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 Definitely. Got out the house a bit yesterday and it was magic. Was in high spirits today too, but unfortunately was working until more or less sunset. It does indeed perk you up though. I like Winter, but spending long, dark nights at home has taken its toll on the old mental health I must say. Quote
Maple Leaf Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 1 hour ago, John Findlay said: That you start to notice that the daylight hours are getting more. Light at approx 7am and now just getting really dark at 6.10pm. The good weather and good times are not to far away. We're now closer to the spring solstice than we are to the winter equinox, so another milestone passed. Quote
kila Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 Agreed. That lingering clear blue sky today really felt like spring tapping on the door. Quote
Dawnrazor Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 13 minutes ago, Jamhammer said: I love watching them. I’m a bit of a twitcher anyway but hearing them and then seeing them flying in formation always cheers me up We got or first Curlew arrive this morning, two Lapwings on Friday, the first real sign of Spring. Grass has started growing a wee bit and the first buds on Willow and Birch are appearing, what a difference a wee bit of sun on your back makes. Quote
tian447 Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 1 hour ago, BarneyBattles said: Tit Monday soon! Quote
Finbar Saunders Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 26 minutes ago, Locky said: Definitely. Got out the house a bit yesterday and it was magic. Was in high spirits today too, but unfortunately was working until more or less sunset. It does indeed perk you up though. I like Winter, but spending long, dark nights at home has taken its toll on the old mental health I must say. Managed a walk round Linlithgow Loch today with the wife and grandaughter, first time I've ever done the full circuit and like you say it was magic. My feet are itching like hell now though. Quote
Cade Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 Crocuses and snowdrops and even some bluebells showing themselves. Birds going mental. Spring is on the way. Quote
Jambo-Jimbo Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Sooperstar said: Geese actually fly to the UK for winter. You probably just saw them heading to their feeding grounds for the day. But aye, Spring is certainly upon us! I assume they were geese flying in a 3 seperate V formations, must have been 30+ of them. Quote
Malinga the Swinga Posted February 22, 2021 Posted February 22, 2021 Went for walk at lunchtime round Swanston and up at farm, 3 baby goats just born and 2more on way. Lambs due in next few weeks as well, so spring is on way. Good Times on way. Quote
Shanks said no Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 6 hours ago, BarneyBattles said: Tit Monday soon! Boris missed a trick there Quote
Ulysses Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 We obsess about this in Ireland. There's even a Twitter account devoted to it with over 11,000 followers. Quote
J.T.F.Robertson Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 5 hours ago, Jambo-Jimbo said: I assume they were geese flying in a 3 seperate V formations, must have been 30+ of them. Ours will be heading back in their thousands pretty soon although there's a bunch of them still "v"ing around who never left in the first place. Strange bunch. Quote
Sharpie Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 When you get to my age any day you wake up healthy is a good day, and the appreciation for that allows you to enjoy the gift regardless of weather or what life throws at you. Where theres life theres hope, so live it and enjoy it. Quote
A Boy Named Crow Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 Meanwhile, over here we're about to be plunged into the horrors of the long, dark, depressing Sydney winter...or something like that Quote
Locky Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 12 hours ago, Cade said: Crocuses and snowdrops and even some bluebells showing themselves. Birds going mental. Spring is on the way. Pretty mental considering barely 2 weeks ago, we were under several inches of snow and temperatures were well below zero. Temperatures in Holland and parts of North West Germany were forecast to hit 20 yesterday. Unbelievable for February. Quote
GBJambo Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 A bit of a comedown today after yesterday! Quote
Governor Tarkin Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 3 hours ago, A Boy Named Crow said: Meanwhile, over here we're about to be plunged into the horrors of the long, dark, depressing Sydney winter...or something like that Gets a bit chilly in Sydney in the winter. My first house was an old timber job earmarked for demolition in St Peters. No heating and draughty AF. Cheap though. Had to sleep with the Mrs and two hot water bottles. Used to take the dug for a walk up on Sydney Park and the wind would go right through you. Not the 'cut your face off' wind of Edinburgh, mind. Quote
crunchy frog Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 15 hours ago, John Findlay said: That you start to notice that the daylight hours are getting more. Light at approx 7am and now just getting really dark at 6.10pm. The good weather and good times are not to far away. Right on, Mr F. I saw Mr Graham at the weekend. Quote
Locky Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 21 minutes ago, GBJambo said: A bit of a comedown today after yesterday! Yup, in true Scottish fashion, the nice weather never lasts long. Rain forecast right through til the wee hours tomorrow. Ah well. There's always next year. Quote
John Findlay Posted February 23, 2021 Author Posted February 23, 2021 59 minutes ago, crunchy frog said: Right on, Mr F. I saw Mr Graham at the weekend. I hope you and he are keeping well? Quote
A Boy Named Crow Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 3 hours ago, Governor Tarkin said: Gets a bit chilly in Sydney in the winter. My first house was an old timber job earmarked for demolition in St Peters. No heating and draughty AF. Cheap though. Had to sleep with the Mrs and two hot water bottles. Used to take the dug for a walk up on Sydney Park and the wind would go right through you. Not the 'cut your face off' wind of Edinburgh, mind. Aye, I'd call it the absence of heat, rather than outright cold, certainly near the coast. Out west it gets feckin Baltic! As if to chastise me for taking the piss a bit, its cold, wet and windy tonight! Quote
crunchy frog Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 4 hours ago, John Findlay said: I hope you and he are keeping well? Boppin mate, boppin. Just like everyone else John, getting fed up with this now. At least youse two get out and about in your jobs! Quote
John Findlay Posted February 23, 2021 Author Posted February 23, 2021 34 minutes ago, crunchy frog said: Boppin mate, boppin. Just like everyone else John, getting fed up with this now. At least youse two get out and about in your jobs! I Understand fully. Soon be over. Yeah I've been lucky jobwise. Quote
One five Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 On 22/02/2021 at 19:35, Dagger Is Back said: It sure is. I suffer from SAD so I really look forward to these times. Don’t know if I suffer from sad but January and February just seems to drags and I get a bit down getting up when it’s dark finish work when it’s dark I really start to feel a lot better making my way home when it’s light 👍 Quote
Dagger Is Back Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 45 minutes ago, One five said: Don’t know if I suffer from sad but January and February just seems to drags and I get a bit down getting up when it’s dark finish work when it’s dark I really start to feel a lot better making my way home when it’s light 👍 I hear you. Every day we’re getting about 5 minutes extra daylight. On Sunday sunset is 1745 and the clocks go forward in just over a month Happy days Quote
One five Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 4 minutes ago, Dagger Is Back said: I hear you. Every day we’re getting about 5 minutes extra daylight. On Sunday sunset is 1745 and the clocks go forward in just over a month Happy days Absolutely 👍 Quote
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