light in the darkness

I learned from last winter not to underestimate the power of darkness. It is mostly dark here now. Sun comes up around 8:30 and starts to disappear around 3:30 PM. In December it will rise around 9 and set around 3. Sounds cozy and nice, but our bodies need sunlight. I learned from experienced Norwegians the importance of candles, fire in the fireplace, and a trip to the solarium once in a while. And cod liver oil! Need your vitamins and minerals.