From a gal who was born in Chicago and who has lived here in IL my whole life, we have had some harsh winters. Blizzard of 1967 is one of them. However, next week, they are predicting temps like -20 degrees with -50-degree windchill. YIKES!
Hey, if I wanted that kind of weather, I would be living in Antarctica.
However, nature has its way of bringing out the beauty of all weather conditions. For example, this beautiful ice crystal formation that was on my patio door. Every day the pattern is different. More unique in its own particular way.
I am sure you have heard the saying. Stop and smell the roses. When in the winter, stop and look at the beauty nature has to offer. It will take your breath away. In a good way that is. LOL