Well it's sunrise around 8am and is dark by 4pm. Now, when I say sunrise, this is the official timing. Whether there is light or not depends on how much cloud/fog/pollution is around on that particular day. We have had a cold snap recently and London has had a dusting of snow on the ground. Some of the outer areas of Greater London have had up to 3 or 4 inches of snow. We've had minimums of a couple of degrees below zero, and maximums of a couple of degrees above. The weather changes quickly from cloud to sun many times a day, but the coldness has remained.
Still, there are moments of pleasure. We took the opportunity one sunny weekend to have a wander around Hampton Court, which is an old palace dating back to Henry VIII. He used it when there was a particularly bad outbreak of the plague that he wanted to avoid. It of course includes a large portion of obligatory hunting grounds (below). These a just a great green space to escape the greyness of London's urban landscape.
The sun strength still takes a little getting use to. Below is about midday with the sun at full strength. Note the length of the shadows.
But, it does have it's benefits. It has been a good warm up to Christmas. Plenty of festive cheer (mulled wine) and they do put on a good show. This is Bella under some lights while wandering around Regent Street.
It is also a time for firsts. Despite living in Canada for nearly 12 months, we never got around to ice-skating. London has a number of temporary rinks set up around the city. Before (we get on the ice).
And after (we get on the ice).
Now for some shots for the family. Firstly our London apartment Christmas Tree. 
And secondly, us.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!
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