The equinox occurred at 21:47 GMT, signalling the start of longer days and shorter nights. This time of year is marked by mixed emotions, as people reflect on the year gone by while also looking forward to the build-up to Christmas. The author is on vacation and has completed all their work tasks, while their companion, Jools, still has half a day of work before enjoying a celebratory lunch and drinks with colleagues.
The author drives Jools to work before embarking on a church-crawl to the far west of Kent. They encounter winding roads and heavy rain upon reaching their destination, but are able to capture photographs of various churches and their interiors. They also encounter a young man selling the Big Issue and offer him kind words and generous donations.
After stopping at a service station for refreshments and a Twitter scroll, the author picks up Jools and they head back home. Overall, the equinox marks a significant shift in daylight hours, and the author celebrates this occasion by taking in the beauty of the Kent countryside and sharing acts of kindness with others.