I had grand intentions today of taking the bus to the Superstore and then take a cab home... However, as the day progressed, I got a little delayed... (No big surprise!) So, suddenly it seemed like I'd barely have time to shop if I kept my original plan (remember - the world closes at 6pm here on Sundays). Instead, I got bundled up and walked to Safeway (my usual joint).
It was about -30 degrees with the windchill.
I started with a base layer: my workout pants, t-shirt, polar fleece sweater, thermal socks.
Then I added snowpants and my long winter jacket, my scarf, my hat and my new balaclava mask!
I showed my sister today on iChat - and she was scared! Apparently I look a little bit like a bank robber or Hannibal Lector... she couldn't really decide... It starts at my nose, covering my cheeks, ears and down my throat. I then wear my hat - which closes up the gap. When I put my hood up... I basically disappear. Completely.
Unfortunately, it doesn't totally stop my glasses from fogging up... Guess I better work on my plans to get contact lenses...
My walk to the grocery store takes about 20 minutes - and I wasn't cold at all! I was actually really impressed with how warm I was... Unfortunately, this meant that by the time I was done grocery shopping, I was overheated... I got home and was super sweaty. But - warm!!
Winter in Winnipeg REALLY is cold. Not as scary though when you're wearing the right gear!
KT and I will be going snowshoeing next weekend - so we'll see how I survive being out for an extended period of time!
(And yes Peggers, I know, this isn't even THAT cold!)
Here's a picture of me with my mask on... OK, maybe my sister's right... it is a little "Silence of the Lambs"...!!
Yes, your sister is right. Scary.
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