I don't know if I have mentioned this before but I am from the wonderful state of Minnesota.
Now close your eyes and envision Minnesota. What do you see?
My guess is you see a shit ton of snow. Well, you're half right.
People from other states don't seem to understand that Minnesota is not all snow. We actually are one of those awesome states that shows all of the seasons in their wonderfulness. In Spring it is all green and blooming, in Summer it is as sweaty as a fat man's balls, in Fall the leaves are changing and falling, and yes, in Winter it is cold as hell.
Now as you all may know, it is October. It's supposed to be the ideal fall month: crisp air, leaves falling, sweaters, and scarves. Problem is, Minnesota is bipolar during Fall.
Last week I was bundling up in sweaters and wearing my awesome riding boots while enjoying a wonderful latte. This week though is forcasted to be in the 80's. Um, no. I have happily retired my shorts for jeans and tights. I do not want to go back to sleeping on top of my covers in just shorts and a sports bra. I want to cuddle in the blankets and sleep comfortably.
This creates a sort of confusion on the way that people here dress. On any given day on campus I will be sitting down and watching the people walk by. The first girl is in her jacket, jeans, and ugg boots. The second girl is wearing her short shorts, flip flops, and a tank top. The next girl is wearing shorts, uggs, and a t-shirt.* Do you see a problem here? Minnesotan's just do not understand how to adapt to these damn weather changes.
My personal opinion is once you're mid-way through September put your damn shorts away! Yes, you can wear them on those scary days where the high is 88 degrees, but otherwise you need to retire them and accept the days of not shaving. Don't even consider wearing your jacket unless it is too cold with just a sweatshirt on. I guarantee that by February you will be aching to not have to wear one, so hold off as long as possible. Enjoy the chill in the air, it's refreshing! And I just don't understand why I have to go here but seriously people, DO NOT WEAR BOOTS WITH SHORTS! You just look confused about the weather. Shorts are for hot weather and boots are for cold. It's possible to pull off a sweatshirt with shorts, but boots are too far. I'm only trying to save you from yourself.
*Guys do not matter because they will wear jeans throughout the summer or wear shorts throughout the winter. They are beasts and I do not understand them.
