Well last night was a real eye opener.. we hit -18.2ºF. When the dog and I went out for our morning walk in the woods, needless to say it was brisk. Of course it had warmed up to -8.4ºF. I did not see any grouse which was OK. With the gloves I had on, shooting the New Englander might have taken some time.

Normally we are not this cold at this time of the year. The real cold comes the end of January and February. We can hit -40ºF or more then. Not every night thank goodness. The water pipes would never stand the strain.

I have a sister that used to live in Statesboro Georgia. I could not believe people lived in that country. Hot, humid, BUGS, but the local population just did not seem bothered by it all. Thank goodness for her in ground pool.I guess you get used to every part of the country you live, and learn to adjust.