Winter in Cleveland – Ok, maybe it’s not a dream
vacation. It’s cold; sometimes, it’s
really cold. And if this is your first
winter in Cleveland, you deserve a badge or a medal, or at least a photo with a
snowman to commemorate the accomplishment.
We’re breaking records this year.

Obviously, all the snow and cold temperatures make some
outdoor activities impossible, well, improbable. I still see runners out on the streets, but I
have yet to see a snow volleyball game.
Sand just works so much better.
Faced with temperatures in the bottom 1/3 of the thermometer and sand
volleyball out of the question, we still have options. There are things to do outside, and there are
things to do inside.
If you just can’t fathom the idea of having fun outdoors
these months, I recommend this time of year for reading a book (or five),
watching reruns of your favorite show or catching up on a new series. Hmm, how perfect that Downton Abbey’s 4th
season premiered this month. And having
spent plenty of winters as a student, I’ll add that it was always easier for me
to focus without the distraction of warm, sunny weather just on the other side
of the window. So my advice is to use
this time to get ahead!
In closing, I have to mention that, here in Cleveland, I’ve
always found that people are extra friendly, concerned and helpful in the
winter. Neighbors shovel snow and clear
off cars for each other; everyone’s asking “are you staying warm?” Writing this post brings back a childhood
memory of making hot chocolate for the mailman, who was walking door to door in
blustery weather. And come to think of
it, what better time of year to turn on the oven and make some chocolate chip
cookies for your friends?
If you just don’t buy that winter can be fun, you’ll
probably agree that is does make spring that much sweeter.
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Katherine Gullett, MBA '13 - Cultural Contributor
I’m a Cleveland native who loves my city, and I am thrilled to be sharing it with you. It seems I always have recommendations of things to do and places to see. This summer, I’ve started experiencing the city from a fresh perspective—by getting here and there on my bicycle.
Katherine Gullett, MBA '13 - Cultural Contributor
I’m a Cleveland native who loves my city, and I am thrilled to be sharing it with you. It seems I always have recommendations of things to do and places to see. This summer, I’ve started experiencing the city from a fresh perspective—by getting here and there on my bicycle.
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