When Jim and I first started talking way back in early 2010, one of the first things I asked him after, "Where exactly is Minnesota anyway?" (we Canadians are not really that versed on where all 50 states are located) was "How cold is it in comparison to here in Southwestern Ontario?" He told me very assuredly that it was just a few degrees cooler and not to worry.
Since we have been engaged, I have been paying more attention to the temperature variations. I have a weather app on my phone and whenever I check the temperatures here, I have been making a habit of checking the temperatures in Minnesota too. Well...all I have to say is Jim's definition of a "few" and my definition of a "few" are very different!!These past few weeks the temperature in Minnesota has been 15-20 degrees (Fahrenheit) cooler than here!!!
I recently told a friend that I hadn't seen in awhile that I was moving to Minnesota. She asked me where in Minnesota exactly. When I told her the Twin Cities she informed me she had been there in the winter one year and it was like the frozen tundra! Strong words indeed! I am thinking I am going to have to invest in a warmer winter coat.
The irony of it all, is that the season I dislike the most is winter. I have always hated everything about it, but the thing I dislike the most is the snow. I do not have 4 wheel drive and never feel comfortable on the roads when they are snow covered. All of this will make things a bit challenging but I am sure I will manage fine when I am finally together with Jim on a daily basis.
Another thing I dislike about winter is every single year I get at least one cold. I am currently in the midst of a pretty nasty one. Yesterday was a bit challenging at work, because my voice was very hoarse and scratchy and I was scheduled to lead a retreat for a group of women in our parish. Because of lots of prayers, and even more grace from God I was able to project my hoarse, scratchy voice enough to lead the retreat. It actually turned out to be a great day. Thank God for the grace He gives me each day!
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