10 Things I Love About Winter

It should be no surprise that I hate cold weather. I was born and raised in Alabama and I lived in California during my early 20s. So I begin to dread winter pretty much as early as the first day of autumn. But in an effort to not be such a grump, this winter solstice I give to you 10 things I love about winter:

10. Conversation Hearts
Forget a box of chocolates, give me a pack of Necco Sweethearts for Valentine’s Day and I will be your #1 FAN.

9. Gifts from students

When I started teaching no one told me I’d get extra Christmas gifts out of this gig! Each year I’m showered with cookies, pies, candy and more. One parent even gave me a $25 gift card to Starbucks which will be perfect for snagging…
8. Hot chocolate
Why do the coffee house baristas ask if you want whipped cream? Of course I do! And I better not find out you have marshmallows back there that you’re saving for your favorite customers.

7. Snow Days

Now that I’m a teacher instead of a full-time journalist snow means I get a phone call telling me not to come to work instead of one telling me to come in early (and stay late). Furthermore, living in the Deep South instead of the Mid West means that even when it does snow I still have no use for our snow shovel. So no more of this:

6. The Snuggie!

Whether you sport the original Tibetan monk red, the breast cancer awareness pink, or a University of Alabama themed Snuggie like yours truly, do so with pride. Don’t worry about haters like my husband. And get one for your dog too!

5. Cowgirl boots

Sure, some girls sport these even in summer with their favorite mini skirts but I think that’s a bit weird and this girl lives in flip flops from March to October. So winter is the only time the boots get to make an appearance.

4. Layers

Really I don’t need winter to dress in layers. I usually wear a camisole with everything but cold weather does mean even more layers. You’ll usually find me sporting a cami under a quirky tee under a cardigan. And according to Family Guy, this makes me cool.

3. Scarves
The scarf is quite possibly life’s greatest fashion accessory. Not only is it functional, keeping you warm on those chilly days, but it adds flair to any simple outfit. I’m currently on a mission to collect scarves in every hue imaginable. Feel free to contribute to the cause.

2. My birthday

This winter February 9 will be particularly special because I’ll officially become an old woman (but I will be a sexy old woman).

1. New Year’s Eve

Winter may mean no flip flops but it also means my favorite holiday of the year – New Year’s Eve, a night that for me is not about the parties, but the possibilities. It’s about all the hopes for the year to come and the magical feeling I have on this night that I can make all my dreams come true.

Happy Winter Solstice!

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2 Comments

  1. you forgot to add one thing. VISITING VA!

  2. We have the same birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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