When you live in the Midwest, you either love or hate the snow come winter time.

If you're like me, then you have a love-hate relationship with the snow. As in, it looks so pretty through the window but I'm not spending hours outside. Here's seven ways you can enjoy the snow when you actually hate it.

1. Stay inside

This is clearly the most obvious answer, but you truly don't need to go outside to enjoy the snow. Open your blinds, light a candle or sit by the fire, read a book and enjoy the snow snow as it falls to the ground from the comfort of your favorite couch or chair.

2. Go for a drive to see all the Christmas lights

You're sort of outside, but also in the warmth of your car while you drive around to see all the pretty lights. You could also turn this into a date night if you need an idea for that.

3. Grab a coffee

Take a trip to your local coffee shop and sit by the window with a nice, warm, cappuccino or latte and watch the snow as it falls. This is also a great time to people watch and get some work done.

4. Make a snow angel

You make a snow angel once, and you've had all the fun you need for the winter. Or you can pick out a few days through the winter as you see fit.

5. Make a snowman

If you really want to get adventurous you can spend a bit more time outside to make an entire snowman. I'll do this once a year. Sometimes they're only a foot tall, but hey I made the attempt.

6. Bake!

Winter time is the best time to bake. The oven heats your residence up, plus you'll have the sweet smell of whatever you're baking linger in your home.

7. Decorate for the holidays

Whatever you celebrate, the first few snow falls tend to put people in the mood to decorate for the holidays.