It's almost like a trend these days for people to LOVE fall and winter. All around me, people are joyous that the weather is cooling down, and they can wear sweaters now.
Yeah sure, okay, maybe you really dig football season, or the color of autumn leaves, or Christmas coming up. It's all great. I get it.
But even so, cold weather itself sucks ass. Well, maybe not for you, but for me it's gross. Here's why:
1. F***ing Dry Skin, Man.
Oh boy, I just love waking up to my face feeling stiff, with a little hint of stinging from dryness! And oh my lips! Chapped, and practically falling apart! Part of my morning routine consists of springing out of bed and running to my bathroom to slap lotion all over my face and smothering my lips in chapstick. And oh, look in the mirror, what are those little red spots forming on my face? Oh, joy! Acne on my face from being so damn dry! Fun!
2. My Ears Hurt!
I don't know if this happens to anyone else, but when it's cold outside and the wind blows, my ears get so cold that they start to hurt, and then I get headaches. Awful headaches.
Man, I really wish I didn't leave my earmuffs at home.
3. Getting Out Of Bed: Next To Impossible.
Covering myself in about five different blankets as I sleep, it's extremely difficult to get myself out of my warm cocoon into that empty cold air. A few months ago when it was still summer, I used to wake up early each morning and go to the gym for a workout. Yeah, not anymore. The only motivation I have to get up now is my dry face.
4. Allergies. Ugh.
Ugh.
I mean, some people have allergies in the spring too, but I'm only allergic to the cold. And having a sore throat nearly 24/7 this time of year is just no fun.
5. More Clothes...
Most people tend to see this as a positive because you can layer up as much as you want. But wearing more clothes makes me feel weighed down. It also takes more effort in the morning to get dressed. I'd rather just slip on a pair of shorts and a tank top and go. But I can't do that now. Now I have to put on long pants, and socks, and a jacket, and all that jazz.
And I hate wearing pants.
6. In Conclusion...
I am going to hibernate until spring.
