I really enjoy walking in light rain/drizzle (the new rain jacket is terrific) without an umbrella- listening to the rain bounce off the hood.
But I still can't accept walking at 6 pm in total darkness - it just feels wrong. Once again my biological clock refuses to reset to ST (Pixie cat too) so unless I have an appointment I am conducting my daily activities as if we were still on DST - waking up without an alarm at what used to be 7 am, eating at regular (now early) times, and going to bed when tired out. The only problem is the complete darkness for the last 2 walks of the day (pre & post dinner) - which now take place in Stygian darkness. I have invested in several very bright LED flashlights for safety.
Sigh ... Issy - I am in your camp now ...