A tropical heat wave, indeed.
After nearly three weeks of straight snow, and then bitter cold temperatures, we’re back to normal in the 35 to 50 F range (2 to 10 C). Yes, it feels like a heat wave. A few days ago, while going out to lunch, I didn’t have to wear my big wool coat. But, knowing Utah, I know not to count on the good weather for too long. Snow is forecast around the end of the month.
So, what brought about this nice weather? Well, after the last snow storm, I went out and bought snow boots as I was sick of having cold feet. And, one night after work, a man got his car stuck on the back road leading out of the office, and I was going to get out to help push. However, I didn’t have boots, so the idea came to mind that perhaps I needed some.
The only pair I liked and that fit right cost $40. So, I got them. And it has not snowed since! $40 to stop the snow? I consider that an investment well made.
During the snow storms, driving to and from work was becoming scary. I slid off the interstate a few times, which nearly gave me a heart attack. Even going slow doesn’t always make it safe when there’s snow on top of icy roads. But, I got new tires on the car last weekend…and…it still hasn’t snowed.
But that is life – if you’re prepared, it doesn’t happen. But if you’re not….you end up on the side of the interstate with frozen toes.
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