One of the worst days in many countries occurs with the annual switch from Daylight Savings Time to Standard Time. We have to reset our clocks backwards an hour, and guess what that means? Hint: I’m not thinking that much about you right here. Besides, I know a lot of people relish that extra hour of sleep (excluding myself). No, I’m concerned about your dogs.
When will we stop with the time change shenanigans that don't serve much purpose anymore. It only confuses our biological clocks each time. Hah. I love this piece and the fun photos. Indeed structure and routine are key. Without them, things wouldn't get done.
I’m glad to be living in Hawaii now, where the clock doesn’t change with DST. We’re always on ‘regular’ time. And DST makes internet life challenging when we’re 6 hours earlier than eastern. A reasonable 10:30am start for an online conference starts here at 4:30am! I just hope it’s recorded!
Honestly the eco-clock is way off in N.Fl and it's disconcerting. I try not to get too rattled by flowers blooming out of season, but....
Also, I don't know if it's a function of age, but I'm far more discombobulated by DST adjustments now that I'm over 50! Used to be a minor inconvenience in life, now I'm much more like out dogs, having to muscle through a week of confusion as my internal clock resets!!!
I am on a hiking trip at the moment. It's lovely, but I am oddly missing my routines at home! I'm excited to get back to them, and my writing routine. Your great story about Tock has me missing my big pup (who looks much like your last picture).
I must be a dog! It takes me a long while to get used to the change; I know it is impossible, but a 'few minutes a day' would probably be doable. My routines, my need for them, notwithstanding my late-in-life ADHD diagnosis is a glaring reminder twice a year that 'the dashboard clock in my vehicle is 'close to being right' - but in close examination, it's 1/2 hour off (one way for 6 months, then the other way for 6 months) ... it's a love/hate relationship with time and the ever illusive 'sound sleep.'
When will we stop with the time change shenanigans that don't serve much purpose anymore. It only confuses our biological clocks each time. Hah. I love this piece and the fun photos. Indeed structure and routine are key. Without them, things wouldn't get done.
I’m glad to be living in Hawaii now, where the clock doesn’t change with DST. We’re always on ‘regular’ time. And DST makes internet life challenging when we’re 6 hours earlier than eastern. A reasonable 10:30am start for an online conference starts here at 4:30am! I just hope it’s recorded!
Honestly the eco-clock is way off in N.Fl and it's disconcerting. I try not to get too rattled by flowers blooming out of season, but....
Also, I don't know if it's a function of age, but I'm far more discombobulated by DST adjustments now that I'm over 50! Used to be a minor inconvenience in life, now I'm much more like out dogs, having to muscle through a week of confusion as my internal clock resets!!!
This was wonderful. The routines of animals linked effortlessly to climate change. Our fur babies are quite sensitive to their environment and humans.
I am on a hiking trip at the moment. It's lovely, but I am oddly missing my routines at home! I'm excited to get back to them, and my writing routine. Your great story about Tock has me missing my big pup (who looks much like your last picture).
As always, I love your writing, and I love how Tock demonstrates your points.
I must be a dog! It takes me a long while to get used to the change; I know it is impossible, but a 'few minutes a day' would probably be doable. My routines, my need for them, notwithstanding my late-in-life ADHD diagnosis is a glaring reminder twice a year that 'the dashboard clock in my vehicle is 'close to being right' - but in close examination, it's 1/2 hour off (one way for 6 months, then the other way for 6 months) ... it's a love/hate relationship with time and the ever illusive 'sound sleep.'
Your dog takes a week to adjust. I take a month! What's his secret?