Each year it gets colder and colder. We have more snow days in the northwest, in areas not normally used to getting snow. It is because the temperature of the earth is rising, global warming. So recycle and take pictures of the beauty that has some tragedy.
Last year, due to deeper snow than normal I called in to work. I’m a massage therapist, I know what happens to people that end up in car accidents. It would be stupid for me to drive my little Hyundai out into traffic surrounded by large diesel trucks and SUVs. It is not safe in an area not used to snow. People do not think about the precautions that you need to take in snow and ice.
I stayed home that day and built a snowman. His name was Jonesy. He lasted a long time. Hopefully, some time soon there will be enough snow to built a snowman again.
I do have something somber to add to this post. Be cautious this year while driving in winter conditions. Do not drive if you feel it is unsafe.

