Another winter solstice.

© Ben. 2012.

It's the shortest day, darkest day, not the wettest day but certainly very damp, not the best day that's for sure and last year's was better by far. Despite the dismal weather, Ben's improved these last few days but we're told recovery may take many weeks or months. According to the pamphlet, three people in a hundred suffer this kind of illness. Of the three, only one will recover fully and never experience it again so diligence and great care are most definitely required. Well-meaning efforts to placate and jolly him through will not be enough, we have to trust the medical advice. Looking forward to longer, lighter, drier and happier days.