Every season around here seems to break new records thanks to global warming. This winter has been the warmest and wettest in history (although low 40's with a major windchill is hardly warm). We were thrilled to see our first snow this week although there was only enough to build the above snowmouse before the yard turned to mush. Some things I've learned this winter:* Every bike ride is an adventure since you never know if you'll have a tailwind, headwind or knock-you-off-the-road wind.
* You never have to brush your hair because if it's not buried under a hat, it'll be completely windblown anyways.
* It's OK if you can't find your umbrella or your sunglasses. With all this wind, umbrellas are totally useless. And you won't need your sunglasses since the sun only comes out a few times a month.
* You'll come to appreciate freezing temperatures and snow. Having tears from the cold beats a face full of windy rain.
* Any guilt about spending the big bucks on Goretex won't last long. You'll be thankful for dry feet and upper body, and will eventually get used to having wet legs.
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