The frigid temps are getting to me

I’ve mentioned to a couple of people today that this frigid weather is getting me down. Last night, my son was busy studying for mid-terms so I decided to help by taking the garbage out. Usually I enjoy pinch hitting on garbage duty because it’s an excuse to take a walk outside around 9 p.m. I usually pause and look at the stars and moon and enjoy how tranquil the neighborhood is at night. But last night I ran from the house to the curb, shivering the entire time and wishing I hadn’t offered to help. I had the same feeling earlier in the day when I went out to attend my son’s basketball game and finally when I walked across the R-J parking lot at around 8 p.m. Anytime you have to go outside you just want to hurry and get back inside. The frigid temps also prevent me from cracking the windows at home for even an hour or two to let the fresh air in. After a few days of not opening windows, I can smell the trapped air. How are you holding up this winter? Any advice on dealing with the cold?