What is it?
The longest night of the year in the northern hemisphere is marked by different events and traditions around the world.
So basically, today is the shortest day of the year – but just how short it is depends on where you are in the world.
For me, in London, the sunrise was at about 08:04 GMT and sunset will be around 15:53 GMT
From now on, the days, slowly, will start to get longer and the nights shorter.
And I’ll be honest with you. I prefer longer days an shorter nights. Why? Because I just feel, I can get more done!
But tech does help me when the nights are shorter – and I’ve got plans to help me next winter! Such as…
- Additional smart lighting.
- I’ve decided to clean up the garage – at long last! And install some smart lighting in there. Now, it won’t be Hue (which I have in my house), because in the past few years, plenty of newer and lower cost lighting modules are available. I’ll keep you updated to what I get
- Staying warmer
- I do like to be out doors. But in the winter, I do tend to hibernate a little. And what I did to get out more during winter is have some rechargable hand warmers! That’s right, little devices, you charge them via USB C and then turn them on, they emit a low heat and keep your hands warm! Next year, looking for that heated jacket!
- Eating healthier
- I’ll be honest. During winter/Christmas, I do tend to pig out a little. And it’s not good. So I’ve decided, next year – I’m going to meal prep but also, take ideas from insta-famous celebs and ensure I’ve got their healthy meals ready!
Have you thought of anything for next winter?