I'll put this entry in context:
- Like the palm tree above, I am from a normally mild region where the average temperature never dips below 50ºF.
- My body runs on the hot side even in colder weather, so I am uncomfortable wearing sweaters, jackets, and wool.
- The clothing I brought to China is suited for climates in Ecuador, the Mediterranean, or Hawaii.
- I've only experienced snow after driving two hours to the mountains.
With all of that in mind, now it's time for,
You Know It's Cold When:
...it snows.
You know it's cold when...
...you can see your own breath while making toast in the kitchen.
...you have to put on a jacket and pants to make bacon and eggs.
...you open the freezer door and you get a blast of warm air.
You know it's cold when...
...you fear the cold water coming out of the faucet.
...you can hold a mug of hot tea with your bare hands.
You know it's cold when...
...the snow stays long enough to build up on bicycles.
You know it's cold when...
...people leave their windshield wipers up all night so they don't freeze on the windshield.
You know it's cold when...
...you don't sweat.
...you learn how to tie a scarf around your neck for the first time.
You know it's cold when...
...you have to wear 2 pairs of socks, 2 pairs of pants, 3-4 layers of shirts, a heavy jacket, a scarf, and a beanie for INSIDE the school --
and you're still cold!
Brrrrrrrrr!!!!!
