I’ve been away from Thursday 13 for a long, long time. I think about it when I see other postings for it on Twitter. Here we are now in January 2023, I’m using “Press This” to have a little fun with a reboot since this post was originally published 2014.
Why I’m Sick of Winter:
- For the season: 67.9 inches of snow. This
iswas a record in Detroit. It’s snowing now, again, after eight inches yesterday. UPDATE: It’s been snowing on and off (mostly on) for seven of eight days so far – January 2023. - Below zero temperatures. Records were broken here, too. Update: You guessed it. New records were broken- January 2023.
- I can drive my new car, but I don’t in bad weather. Thirty minutes ago my son dug out someone who was out on the road. I don’t want it to be me. Update: This son moved out of state, so I’d have to help myself – January 2023.
- I can’t see the cool color of my car when covered with snow. The paint changes between three colors. I love it! Update: I no longer have that car, but my current car has a cool color too.
- In one day: snow, rain, sleet, ice, snow, and wind. Okay, so this is typical for Michigan. Update: In one day, snow, rain, sleet, ice, snow, and wind – January 2023 in Michigan.
- I’m wearing gloves…inside. (While I type) Update: I’m wearing gloves – January 2023.
- Three layers of shirts plus a hoodie. Update: In my current apartment, I don’t need four layers of clothes – January2023.
- Pushing a grocery cart through the parking lot? Update: Yawn. Yep – 2023, but I’ve played it smart and go when snow has been plowed. I’m not getting any younger you know.
- Trudging to the mailbox. Update: Mailboxes are inside our apartment buildings here! All I have to do is walk up and down a flight of stairs – January 2023.
- Getting snow balls off my dog’s paws. Okay, I’m being picky here. LOL, she does it herself. Update: My dog crossed the Rainbow Bridge some years ago. 😥
- My oldest son invited me to California. I didn’t go. Update: Doggone! I didn’t go – January 2023.
- Salt on my car when I go out. But, I’m not complaining because it keeps the road from being slick. (When the temperature is warn enough, that is.)
- I’ll end this list on a positive note: Snow is beautiful when it first comes down. To those of you who love snow, I give you a big pat on the back. Enjoy. So you know—I could probably come up with a positive for most of these negatives. I like to live more in the positive than negative anyway.
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel 
18 thoughts on “Ok, Why I’m Sick of Winter ~ Thursday 13 Reboot”
Holistic Wayfarer
Shoulda come to CA. =)
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
You’re so right. My son still reminds me. Thank you for commenting.
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Stephanie Sullivan
I live in Mississippi and we got a few inches of snow last week – first time in about three years. It sure was beautiful to look at, but I can understand why people get sick of it after awhile. LOL. Have a great weekend!
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
Stephanie, It dos get a little old this time of year, but it isn’t over yet. I bet it was pretty after not seeing it for three years. I’m glad you stopped by my blog. Thanks for commenting.
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teagan geneviene
Sending warm thoughts, Mary. Southern-fried wimp that I am… heaven help me, I can’t deal with what *I* have, let alone what you’ve been hammered with…
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
We all deal the best way we can, Teagan. At least I don’t have to go out to work. A big salute to everyone who does. Thanks for reading.
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CountryDew
I’d be sick of that much snow, too. Good grief. I’m glad I am in Virginia.
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
Hi, CountryDew. Living in Michigan, I’m used to snow and cold, but this year has been ridiculous. Enjoy your weather! I’ll be complaining about heat before long. 🙂 Thank you for coming by.
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Alice Audrey
I am with you every step. I just went to the utility room to run a load of laundry only to find the hoses on the washer froze.
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
Ekk, Alice, that’s awful! I hope your pipes weren’t. Good luck! Thanks for visiting.
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Kimberly Menozzi
We haven’t had any snow here yet – at least, none that’s lasted more than an hour or two – so I’m in snow withdrawal. It’s ridiculous – we can’t get any, and you get more than you’d ever want! ARGH!
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
I’d be happy to send you some, Kimberly! I keep telling my son that who lives in California, but they need water. I appreciate you commenting. Thanks!
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Heather L
I’m with you on wanting winter to be over. I don’t mind the snow as much as the bitter cold. We’re just over 41 inches here, which is nowhere near setting new records, but I am tired of the below freezing temps. Only -6 (WC -17) in Southern Wis right now, and not expected to get above 10F today. My T13
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
Hi, Heather, It is hard to cope with that cold weather. I’m not surprised you’re having those temps in Wisconsin. I’m glad you visited. Thanks. I’ll check out your 13.
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catherinewolffe53
Kinda hard to say I liked your post, but I did. We’re so over winter down here in LA as well. I want the temp to rise at least 10 degrees, then maybe I’ll feel better. Come on – if we all concentrate really hard, maybe we can make it happen! Lol Stay warm, Mary.
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
It’s 8 degrees right now, Catherine. That’s not with a wind chill. I saw people being interviewed in L.A. They had jackets on. Thanks for leaving a comment.
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sandy
Temps way too low this year
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Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
That’s for darn sure, Sandy. Thank you for stopping by.
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