Life in the interior

So, just in case you haven't heard, it's cold outside. The kind of cold where your kitchen freezer is still a solid 20 degrees warmer than it is outdoors. Suppooosedly it was going to "warm up" to -4F today, but so far this morning, it's colder than ever. When we checked this morning, the reading was -18F. Frostbite actually becomes a serious concern. Preheat those cars! Wear wool! Don't neglect your toes! (Is there anything freakier than suddenly not being able to feel your feet?)

Needless to say, even though Wisconsin temperatures don't usually lend themselves to long days spent outside, much more indoorsy activity is taking place this week. Movies, board games, eating way too much junk food, and snuggling (and playing) with kitties. Pile on those blankets!

Stay warm and safe, everyone! :)

Cheers,
Kate xx

The polar vortex vs. Wisconsin

That's what they're calling it, a 'polar vortex' has hit the Midwest. Right now it's -14F (-26F), but at least the sun is out. Usually, of course, the sun is out when the temperature drops this low. Wind chills were expected to reach 50 to 60 degrees below zero today. A group of white-tailed deer are huddled down in the ravine behind my parents' house, trying to stay warm. Almost all schools were cancelled today. Although I'll be out and about a little bit today, I'm happy to spend a lot of time snuggled up in warm sweaters and thick socks, hanging out with a kitty or two, and sipping coffee and tea. It should gradually start to warm up over the week, but I have to say, if I wanted to experience northern winter at its most wintry, I think I've come at the right time.

Stay warm!

Cheers,
Kate xx