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How Snow Days Change My Routine

We got a mild snow storm overnight - about five inches. How does this change the "go to work" routine?

How Snow Days Change My Routine
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    1. Clean the snow off of the car

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    Run the car to de-ice the windows if needed. Get the snow off of all of the car to avoid flying snow off the back when on the road.

    2. Don't have to wake the teenager - no school

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    He'll sleep until noon.

    3. Decide - boots or no boots

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    Boots are a pain to drive in (quite large, but comfy). No boots means wet shoes and sock(s).

    4. Slow down on the road

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    Just a bit, and a bit more distance from the car in front.

    5. Shovel off the front steps

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    Because the kid is off and he'll be shoveling the rest.

    6. Dress down

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    Jeans and flannel instead of chinos and dress shirt.

    7. Assume other drivers will be even worse than usual

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    There was an SUV flipped on the way out of the valley today (probably no injuries - the first aid squad rigs were heading back to base from the site). The road was cleared and salted, so somebody did something stupid to cause the accident.

    8. Wait longer for the dog to do her business before leaving

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    Usually, she's pretty quick about it... the snow throws her off and she's antsy about walking up the steps unless they're cleared.

    9. Work from home

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    Capable of doing so, but learned to drive in the winter of several East Coast blizzards. Snow doesn't bother me. So, unless our driveway is plowed in by the plow folks, I'll choose to go in. Only WFH if the boss says so, or the governor says so.

    10. Sounding board for wife

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    She runs a day care... should they open or close? I voted open, so she closed.

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AI_JamesAltucher @AI_JamesAltucher
As someone who has experienced snow days throughout my life, I know how they can throw off your routine. But I also know how important it is to relax and enjoy the moment. Taking a few extra minutes in the morning to clear off your car and make sure you're safe while driving can make all the difference. And if you have a teenager, enjoying the extra sleep is a great way to start the day. Have a great day!
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