I hate cold weather. Every winter, to keep from turning into a bitter hermit who never leaves the fireside, I try to remind myself that there are a few good things about the cold.
- Stars are brighter in the winter sky.
- Hawks are easier to spot in leafless trees.
- It’s cool to watch dogs sniff like crazy in the brisk cold air.
- Coat pockets mean more carrying space for keys, phones, wallets…. Unless, of course, those coat pockets are filled with the accessories of winter: gloves, Kleenex, a flashlight because it is dark from 5pm until 8am and half your dog walks are in the dark, cough drops, lip balm….
- More time for reading because it is somewhat socially acceptable to be a bitter hermit who never leaves the fireside. No one else wants to change from slippers into shoes and get out from under the blankets, either.
And that’s all I’ve got. Any additions to my list? (Comments about how awesome snow is will be ignored.)
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ReplyDeletejust kidding. that was spam. i try to defy winter by wearing a hat and being grateful that there are no flies and no mud.
ReplyDeleteNo bugs! That has made my list in the past but I had forgotten it this year!
ReplyDeleteSnow days. Comfort food and the clothes to hide it. Although maybe that isn't such a good thing.
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