Winter's here

The solstice has passed and the days have begun to lengthen. Yet to look around one could be excused if they were getting ready for Halloween.

I bought a new to me winter coat this year, something less action jackson more grown up man-like but I haven't had the chance to wear it. Now I'm wondering if that was $12 wasted?

Yes, I am trying to invoke Murphy's law because I like winter. And I would rather my snowshoes wear out than rust out. Not to mention the PTO snowblower!