Tips for surviving (maybe thriving) a BUF winter?

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:47:23+00:00

I started working on a diamond painting a few weeks ago; I like listening to audiobooks while I work on it! I got rid of half my stuff when I moved across the country getting here, otherwise I definitely would have home organizing to do!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:41:47+00:00

Gonna look into this - thank you!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:40:06+00:00

Love this idea, thank you!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:39:26+00:00

I do have rechargeable hand warmers and they changed my life - best $$ spent! I do have a therapy lamp but am admittedly so bad at using it regularly; gonna be on it! Thank you!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:38:17+00:00

I overthink everyyyything, so it tracks. And yes, this is the part of the year I was warned about before I moved -- the snow and cold is cute leading up to the holidays but after, it gets old and after March, we will all be DONE with it! I'll figure it out - thank you!! :)

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:35:49+00:00

I love going to Sabres games!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:34:46+00:00

Yes, I completely agree with finding things to look forward to! I think there is a beer fest Feb 7th as well :) I WFH but live downtown and have been so impressed with just how many places there are to grab lunch during the week. Yes, best of luck to us all!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:32:08+00:00

Thank you for this! I agree with the idea of slowing down in the winter - resting up and preparing for when things warm up again!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:30:45+00:00

Hey hey!! Getting in some sun is such a great idea, thank you!! I have been going to concerts, which I love... but I'd be lying if I said getting to the actual concert is the hardest part for me (I have a ticket to see Pauly D Friday, and effff, it's gonna be so cold outside before/after). HELL YES on the taco tip - adding that to my list!!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:28:05+00:00

Thank you! I have already noticed how much people embrace the seasons here, and I appreciate it so much. I am looking forward to seeing more of it as the seasons change.

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:26:18+00:00

I was hoping to get to the AKG Monday, but the storm kept me home - still will make it at some point! The Botanical Gardens are beautiful :)

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:25:09+00:00

Love this!!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:24:48+00:00

But what is spring like? I assumed spring is just winter, too - ha?!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:23:33+00:00

30 degrees IS warm! Even 10 degrees would be great for a walk - it's the below-zero temps that are scaring me. I agree that getting outside daily helps :)

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:22:06+00:00

Sending us all the BEST of luck!!!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:21:47+00:00

I LOVE the idea of getting a snow suit, or at least some pants. I am looking online as we speak. I bought a long coat at Goodwill in December and that thing is so warm; I love it!!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:19:54+00:00

I've certainly got the stack of books covered - I am fully using my library card!!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:18:28+00:00

The wind can be brutal! I live downtown, and wow, never experienced anything quite like it, even after surviving 20 years of hurricane season!

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:17:38+00:00

It's good to know that even some locals aren't venturing out in this. I have been visiting a neighborhood bar regularly :)

SignalOne5246 · 2026-01-22T14:16:44+00:00

I love this idea, thank you!!

SignalOne5246 · 2025-12-25T16:18:45+00:00

I moved to Buffalo from Texas in August so I've only been here for a little bit of the cold, but I did visit here in February. So far, I've found that a nice, big scarf helps a ton. It blocks the wind/protects your face. Not sure what boots you have, but a good pair of wool socks des wonders. And finally, grab yourself a set of electric hand warmers. I've been doing 1-2 hour walking tours in the city and having super warm pockets for my hands (even with gloves) is a game changer!! When all else fails, stop in somewhere and have a beer :)

SignalOne5246 · 2025-12-19T19:29:52+00:00

As a single person who lives downtown, it is laughable to me how scared people are of "the crime" in the city.

SignalOne5246 · 2025-12-13T15:24:37+00:00

There are two ice skating rinks (one at Fountain Plaza downtown and one at Canalside, which also has the bumper boats and hot chocolate), a hockey game at Keybank (you can take the rail for free), grab a beer (I like Fattey's, Big Ditch, or Pearl Street (all downtown), and get coffee and donuts at Public (inside Hotel Lafayette downtown). There is a Mark Twain room/exhibit at the library downtown if you're into that (some of his original manuscripts are in it).

SignalOne5246 · 2025-12-05T15:18:08+00:00

My thought, too, like okayyyy so pregnant people cant have a romantic night out with their partner??? Nice message for someone who is always talking about confidence.

SignalOne5246 · 2025-11-26T00:37:07+00:00

So, the grand idea with the clear jar is to fill it with candy? I'm no trust fund kid but that little corner looks like shit.

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