I seem to be out of step when it comes to the weather. I expect January to bring snow and cool temperatures. I walk a few miles every morning. It's a simple thing to check outside before I go. Today, it was -15F and windy. I had to choose between insulated snow pants and slacks, and picked slacks.
The only accommodation I made for the weather was to grab an extra Kleenex because cold winds can make my eyes water if they catch me at the wrong angle. Because less than an inch of snow fell, I didn't need boots.
In short, it was like Summer walks except for a heavy coat. Because of clouds, I couldn't enjoy the Moon and Stars, but I had my music to help pass the time.
As I neared home, I encountered a big snow drift. I knew I couldn't get past it without some high-stepping and good luck. I was blessed by neither, and arrived home cold and wet. But I survived.
I usually check the Weather Channel before bed. Tomorrow looks like -2F with a few flurries. We won't see -20F until Friday.
Although Winter seems in a hurry this year, it hasn't been a big problem. I assume we'll simply get acclimatized a bit earlier and not experience any discomfort for the rest of the season.
And I'm sure those who enjoy skiing and snowmobiling are enjoying themselves.
Cheers, PW.
P.S. In Canada, where I live, they've changed to using Celsius degrees for reporting the weather a few years ago. This was an awful decision. It's been below zero for most of the Winters ever since!
