Finding a Way to Stay Happy

Long term expat life can be challenging emotionally. Sometimes, the states in the grocery store and the lack of clothes and food and comfort can be overwhelming.

I feel this especially as it gets colder. My homestate does not stay cold and despite over a decade here, I'm still getting accustomed to the gradually dropping temps. 

So it is important to find a way to stay happy. Find things you can do at and suck and still love doing. For me, writing is a big source of accomplished feelings, and gardening is pleasant when it occurs. I also don't care if I'm not perfect at sewing or quilting. I'll work on what makes me happy and that's now I'm going to get through this winter.

How about you? What do you enjoy (even if you're not good at it)? What are you going to do to avoid the winter blues?