When I was little, I used to wake up in the middle of the night and sit on my front porch to watch the rain fall. I would sit by myself as the wind blew and listen to the pitter patter of drops hitting the roof. Storms have always comforted me and dreary days can be just as much fun or just as relaxing as a sunny day at the beach. So here are a few of my favorite things to do on a gloomy day:
Put on a pot of tea (my current favorite is Tulsi Tea from Organic India). Then curl up with a good book (or in the case of the photo below from Desire to Inpire, spend some time crafting a beautiful bookshelf out old wooden crates to house your most cherished reads) and delve into the world of literature.
If reading doesn't strike your fancy, try a pen and paper. Let your whimsy out- write, draw, or just practice your handwriting.
Dance around to some rain anthems, like Adele's Set Fire to the Rain.
Sometimes, staying indoors just isn't cutting it. No matter how stormy it is beyond your front door, there is plenty of adventure to be had. So throw on your largest comfy sweater and slip on some good wellies, like these vegetable print ones from Hunter and step into the storm.
If you're up for a challenge, try rain photography. Catching lightning is nearly impossible and mostly just a result of luck and patience.
And while you're out there, remember to let yourself embrace the weather.
