Winter Contradictions

This is the time of year
For reading
And snuggling
And writing
And hot cocoa
And peppermint schnapps
And sitting by a fire
And eating chili and chicken soup
And wearing down jackets
And Smartwool socks
And skiing
And snowshoeing
And snow biking
Yes, this is the time of year
Where you alternate between
Feeling so lucky to be inside
And feeling so lucky to be outside