Friday, February 4, 2011
THE LULL AFTER THE STORM
The GTA was supposed to have a blizzard this week but by Wednesday it was just a winter storm. Cleanup was good with few accidents or incidents. We Canadians love to talk about the weather. What always makes me laugh is the reaction to a downgraded storm! So many workmates were saying- it wasn't so bad, driving was okay, what was the fuss! I always think- did you really want a terrible storm? Instead of relief and being glad it was manageable- many people seemed annoyed! I prefer storm warnings so I can be prepared- get some milk, check the batteries in the house in case of a power outage, know what the kids are doing! Winter storms are okay that way- the system makes its way slowly! It's the summer storms with a tornado warning that are the surprises. When it comes to weather, we really are a fickle bunch. On the other hand, weather does give us something to discuss! Hi, how are you? Sure is cold outside! But then not as cold as other parts of Canada- look at the temperatures in Winnipeg and the Maritimes are digging out from another bad storm!
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+2 here in Winnipeg this a.m. Sounds good, except we had an overnight freezing rain storm and so the highways are treacherous. Good grief!
ReplyDeleteHi Barb:
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that people just like to compalin. I enjoyed the day and actually took a walk in the snow. It was a winter wonderland. It was a lttle gift in the middle of winter and no one had to be endangered with any snowmageddon.
Mary Venditti