We're deep into February, buried in snow (or just freezing our butts off), and for now at least, spring is way out of sight. What better time to think about the aspects of winter that are actually pretty grand? Bet you can add at least 25 more reasons in the comments. And yes, that is a dare.
- dogs in sweaters
- getting sweaty outside: snowshoeing, skiing, sledding, snowball fights…
- renewed resolve
- slippers (especially the anthropomorphized ones)
- babies in fuzzy hats
- wearing the deepest, darkest, muskiest perfumes
- a big, wrap-it-around-three-times scarf
- using that posh, ultra-rich moisturizer
- stews & soups
- sun reflecting off the snow
- blood oranges
- fireside brunching, napping, smooching…
- big, bold red wines
- big, sweeping epic novels
- bubble baths (they just don't hold the same appeal in summer)
- the perfect blush color, naturally
- hot tubs
- flowering bulbs
- holding hands inside your love's roomy coat pocket
- fondue
- staying inside all day in pjs
- kale, squash, and brussels sprouts
- shopping (everything's on sale!)
- the perfect season for knitting
- the olympics
- liberal use of fairy lights
- black tree branches heavy with snow
- hot chocolate
- quiet, snuggly reading time at home
- the dense quiet of freshly fallen night snow
