When winter hits, there seems to be a huge split between those who are overjoyed with the dropping temperature, and those who refuse to accept it. But the moment I start to need a scarf, I’m overjoyed. Here are a few reasons to love the coldest and longest season of the year.

1. The fashion is SO much better. Hello, turtlenecks, cardigans, and over-the-knee boots.

I always hated wearing shorts.

2. On that note, your makeup won’t melt off your face.

Thanks for nothing, July.

3. It becomes socially acceptable to order hot chocolate.

Is this not enough to convince anyone?

4. Two words: fuzzy socks. Cue Spongebob: indoooooors!

Bring on the pyjamas and oversized sweaters: I want them all, and I’ll be wearing them proudly on the couch with Netflix.

5. Bugs die.

It’s a beautiful thing to walk to your car and not find that it’s been invaded by spiders.

6. Holidays and a new year.

AKA reasons to party and see your favourite people.

7. The occasional snow day.

Snow piled up your front door? Worry not - that means you don’t have to go anywhere.

8. And of course, perhaps most importantly, it will come to an end.

You can’t have too much of a good thing.