I'm Malaysian and the only reason I'm in Canada atm is to complete my degree. When I first visited Canada in 96', the temperature where I stayed - Edmonton (Hey earthgirl ) was around minus 40. My aunty told me she'd give me $100 if I could just lie down on the snow in the front yard for 10 minutes. I survived for 2 but didn't get anything. Oh yea, I wasn't wearing have any shoes.
Lesson - Even though it looks sunny outside, it doesn't mean it's warm. I'd give anything to have 4 seasons like kenneth right now , but it isn't so bad in summer.
Loads of stuff to do in the winter too, just guess it's a case of when it's hot, I want it cold, when it's cold, I want it hot, always wanting what is not... My mum used to say that all the time.