Reasons Why Winter Weather Rocks

Tampa is experiencing freezing temperatures today. This is good news, because chills bring with them:

- Goose bumps. From cold weather or hot text messages - doesn't matter. Big fan!
- Rosy cheeks.
- Makeup that does not run down the side of your face when outdoor activities beckon.
- No need to use these. At least for a few days.
- Special treats like hot chocolate, oatmeal and vegetable soup. Rare delicacies in these parts.
- Snuggles.
- The opportunity to wear my Red Sox jacket.
- Curls without a frizz in sight.
- A spring in my step.
- Less crowded classrooms because disruptive students tend to stay home. I know. Wimps. For two days students have said, "Ms. Robinson, this is great! I can concentrate today." That alone is reason to pray for 30 degree weather.
- An excuse to use the fireplace which inevitably leads to shenanigans involving red wine and ice cream.
- Hot toddies for all my friends.