If the inversion doesn't have the valley in too tight a grip, the sunrise it creates can be quite spectacular, as shades of blue and pinkish salmon fill the sky. Whether the gray is from snow, rain, or the dreaded inversion, it's still January and a person must find the bright side of any January day ("how to survive" part 4).
A blue teapot, filled with very good hot tea, along with a charming sheepy cup, create a lovely morning ritual and a positive start to my day. Today, as the drear and rain continue, I am especially pleased to have a ritual of warmth. The pot may stay full of different delicious teas throughout the day, as I have the day off and knitting to my hearts content wouldn't be a bad thing. In fact, it sounds like a heavenly thing to do.
Oh, that mug is indeed charming!!
Posted by: Chris | January 17, 2011 at 08:06 AM
I'm so glad you posted the mug info, it's darling. The sunrise is truly stunning.
Posted by: Julie | January 17, 2011 at 08:11 AM
Love that sheepy cup!
Posted by: gayle | January 17, 2011 at 08:17 AM
I'm glad you still get to see a beautiful sunrise now and again. Surviving January is a challenge this year!
Posted by: Carole | January 17, 2011 at 08:48 AM
Sounds like you have a wonderful day ahead!
Posted by: jill | January 17, 2011 at 08:55 AM
Happy knitting! Love the sheepy cup!
Posted by: Lori on Little Traverse Bay | January 17, 2011 at 09:08 AM
Oooh, have a marvy day off!! We're having some awful snow -- very fine and blowing around -- will amount to a great big mess (3-5") by the time I head home tonight. Your day sounds much nicer. ; )
Posted by: Vicki | January 17, 2011 at 09:18 AM
Cutest cup!
Posted by: Heather | January 17, 2011 at 09:46 AM
Beautiful sky! And what a great mug!
Posted by: Cookie | January 17, 2011 at 10:29 AM
It does sound heavenly! And I need a new teapot....
Posted by: Kristin | January 17, 2011 at 11:37 AM
I hope the sun we have had the past two days chases the inversion away, at least temporarily!
Posted by: Birdsong | January 17, 2011 at 04:41 PM
ooooh. lucky!!!
Posted by: CindyCindy | January 17, 2011 at 06:31 PM
Love your sunrises...I look out my windows every morning and see spectacular shades of pink and orange as the sun is rising over the Atlantic...I never tire of it...it takes my breath away each and every day!
Stay warm and cozy with your tea and knitting!
Posted by: Maureen | January 17, 2011 at 06:54 PM
Wanted to wish you a lovely day off, but realized that it is probably over by now. Well, I hope you enjoyed it. Your beautiful sky is an enjoyable start to my day.
Posted by: Marijke | January 18, 2011 at 12:20 AM
I rushed to the teapot as soon as I read your post. :) I drink too much coffee - a nice hot cuppa tea is much better for me.
Posted by: DebbieB | January 18, 2011 at 07:32 AM
Focusing on the good. That's my Margene!
Posted by: claudia | January 18, 2011 at 09:15 AM
a pot of tea on a rainy day sounds perfect to me.
Posted by: Teyani | January 18, 2011 at 11:54 AM
A good cup of tea is always soothing -- but never so much as on a dreary day! January is over half complete. . .
Posted by: Kym | January 18, 2011 at 02:50 PM
Lovely pink sky! Cute mug, too - I'd grab one for myself, but my mug collection is already out of control.
Posted by: Laurie | January 19, 2011 at 01:13 PM