When winter makes it hurt to be outside, I take that as the Universe’s way of telling me to keep my happy assets on the couch.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for much of the state from late Saturday through Monday morning, with four inches of snow predicted for Chicago, and low temperatures in the single digits.
Fortunately, we don’t have to look any further than thishere magazine to find recommendations of things to watch during our couchdom. Here’s a quick collection I’ll be taking advantage of in the coming weeks to avoid experiencing this iteration of the Chicago polar vortex. — Chief Rebelle Karen Hawkins
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And we haven’t written about it, but I’ll definitely be keeping my heart warm by rewatching the Beyoncé Bowl a bunch more times.