to brighten a dull day

It's been rather dull here today. Well, for the last three days, actually. Grey, dark, and dull, dull, dull. And a little bit on the nippy side, in the way that autumn signals it's here to stay.

On days like this, I sometimes find myself being thankful for a cosy study, and for being able to stay inside, rather than having to be outside.

But it's also good to inject some brightness into a day like this. Some colour, warmth, and energy.

Oranges do it for me every time. I don't need to eat them - their vibrant colour and zingy citrus smell are enough to bring thoughts of summer rushing back.


And suddenly, the day looks rather sunnier again.