People love to complain. There is something so rewarding about dwelling on trivial misfortunes and sharing them with anyone within earshot. Especially when it comes to the winter weather.
It seems like every time weather patterns change, people race to their respective social networks to see who can post about it first. Tweets are sent with every degree that the temperature drops and Instagram gets clogged with generic pictures of snow. Somehow, amidst all of the complaints being broadcasted, people still manage to brave the Jan. arctic that is Pleasantville and hit the town.
“I went out on Thursday mostly because I didn’t want to miss out on the fun,” said sophomore Psychology major Shannon Blankschen. “It was the first week back and I wanted to see everyone.”
Most people, like Shannon, are just seeking a casual night out with friends.
Aren’t mini dresses and subzero wind chill supposed to be mutually exclusive? Judging by the excessive skin exposure in the Paulie’s line on Thurs. night, not necessarily.
“I always complain I’m not going out when it’s too cold but the reality is I’m most likely going out regardless,” said senior communications major Ashley Collazo.
While many people don’t mind putting themselves through momentary agony knowing that within minutes they’ll be inside having a ball, others avoid potential frostbite at all costs.
“The only time I would reconsider is if the weather was really bad, like a blizzard which literally inhibits me from getting to point A to point B,” said math and physics major Michael Fridman.
Seeing as there is a positive correlation between cold weather and laziness, the natural and biological inclination is to cozy up in sweats and throw on a movie. Essentially, those who choose to rock the muscle shirt and ditch the jacket are going against the subliminal messages being sent by mother nature to save them from catching a cold, or worse. To what extent are people willing to sacrifice their health for a night at out?
Those with similar mindsets to Fridman don’t mind withstanding below freezing temperatures when it comes to letting loose on winter weekends. The paradoxical weather grievances alongside naked legs have a tendency to lead to confusion amongst those who choose not to leave the warmth of the dorms. Is it considered hypocrisy or a “power to you” to remark about the absurdly cold weather and then proceed to step outside in no effort to keep warm?
Neither, it’s a personal choice. All in all, no one who faces the frigid cold to partake in festivities while simultaneously complaining about the forecast actually cares about the outdoor conditions. Instead, the brutal conditions are seen as a minor obstacle obstructing a great night. Maybe observations are being misconstrued as complaints, seeing as no attempts are being made to avoid the avoidable. Regardless, as long as we have social networks to broadcast our opinions on the forecast, the peanut gallery will be up and running.