Now find out when you’re walking down the aisle.
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28 Reasons You Should Stay Inside And Read A Book
Like you need an excuse.
Nobody loves a blizzard.
Unless you're some sort of crazy snow sports enthusiast, in which case this post probably isn't for you. Go snowshoe or whatever it is you're so into.
But a snowstorm is the perfect time to put a dent in your To Read list.
(No matter how long your To Read list is.)
Because nothing beats snuggling up with a good book and a warm cup of cocoa.
How To Stay Safe If You're Stuck In A Car In A Snow Storm
You should stay off the roads during a blizzard or snowstorm if at all possible. But if you absolutely can’t avoid it, here’s what you should know.
Your fully charged cell phone, with a portable charger if you have one
If you get stranded on the side of the road during a snowstorm and can't get yourself un-stuck, you should call for help immediately, Bill Van Tassel, Ph.D., an expert in safety education and manager of driver training programs at AAA, tells BuzzFeed Life. Call 911, and stay on the line with the dispatcher for as long as you need to.
You should also get in touch with loved ones to let them know where you are and what happened.
The portable charger pictured above gets good reviews on Amazon and is only $24.99. Get it here.
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Flares or reflective triangles to increase your visibility
"It's so people can see you and avoid hitting you with their own cars," Van Tassel says. It'll also help any rescue workers spot you in blizzard white-out conditions, day or night.
The reflective triangle pictured above is heavy-duty, and meant to withstand strong winds. It's also visible during the day and the night. Get it here.
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Blankets and/or sleeping bags
To keep you warm in case you have to spend a few hours — or a full night — in your car. This one from AAA is easy to store and has a fleece interior with a water-resistant exterior, and it's only $19.99. Get it here.
This Is What The First Photographs Of Snowflakes Looked Like
Gorgeous photomicrographs from 1890.
Wilson A. Bentley is the guy you can thank for the phrase "special snowflake."
The self-educated farmer was born in Jericho, Vermont in 1865 and had a lifelong love of snow. According to the Jericho Historical Society, he spent more than a year experimenting with different ways of taking photographs through a microscope. And in 1885, he became the first person to successfully photograph a single crystal of snow.
Here is a collection of his snowflake photographs from 1890...
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This Is Certainly One Way To Let Everyone Know You're Engaged
And also that you’re having a yard sale.
These signs began appearing this past week around north Brooklyn, advertising a Fian-SALÉ.
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But wait! It's not what you think!
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For clarity:
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Sadly, no fiancés will be on offer, but plenty of vintage dresses, antique furniture, and books will.
Again, she's MOVING IN WITH HER FIANCÉ, but you shouldn't expect to buy one at this yard sale.
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