Some of us sit at our computers and watch the world from our windows, buttoning cardigans in response to the chilly winter view.

We gird ourselves for our small battles with Mother Nature, bundling up to trudge across the frozen expanse from office to automobile. Then we close the door, buckle up, and wait as the defroster warms up. Victorious against the elements, we may celebrate with a hot chocolate from the Dunkin’ Donuts drive-through.