I know, I know. We’re talking about springing forward. But let’s peek at the other side. In November, we get that hour back. It’s glorious.
That Sunday in autumn feels like a gift from the universe. You stay up late? No problem. You sleep in? Double no problem. It’s the only time the government gives you permission to be lazy.
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But for now? We must suffer for the light. We are soldiers of sunshine, marching into a brighter evening with slightly puffy eyes.
Does Everywhere Do This?
Nope. And this is where it gets juicy. Hawaii and most of Arizona just refuse to participate. They laugh at our misery. They enjoy constant sun without the hassle of changing the clock in their car.
Same with parts of Australia and half the countries on the equator. They look at us like we’re crazy. And honestly? Maybe we are.
There’s a whole movement to stop doing this. Some people want permanent daylight time. Others want permanent standard time. Nobody can agree, so we’re stuck. Stuck in a loop of confused sleep schedules.