This cartoon was inspired by my recent trip to Canada, but seems equally appropriate for the UK at the moment.  I’m certainly unused to extreme cold weather and although it was a relatively balmy -14 degrees Celcius in Canada, I suffered from chill blains on my fingers and frost nip on my legs.

Every morning we discussed the temperature over breakfast then dressed accordingly.  The mere act of getting dressed for a day out in Canada is a process in itself, and there is something to be said for an organised approach.  It wasn’t until the third or fourth day of the holiday that I realised you need to have all your essentials ready first. Then and only then should you get on with the business of donning your outdoor gear.  Even when I’d mastered that element, it was another day or so before I learnt to avoid expiration by putting my had, scarf and coat on last.   Yes, I’m slow!