The weather in Colorado this late fall has been pretty shitty, and by "shitty" I mean, "sunny, and about 20 degree above what we used to call 'normal.'" Beautiful weather for late September; downright creepy for late November. I would love the outdoor opportunities it's presenting were it not so indicative of just how quickly the weather patterns are changing. As a skier, it just sucks.
I've learned over the years that keeping myself away from the madness of Black Friday is crucial for my sanity. I had thought of going on a mountain bike ride today--the weather certainly cooperated--but instead, I just got outside to hit some tennis serves, and otherwise kept substantially to myself. Erie, where I've lived for the past several months, is kind of the exurban boondocks, which can feel isolating some days, but today gave a welcome buffer between myself and the poison energy of Black Friday.
I'd rather have been skiing. But taking care of yourself means controlling what you can control, and letting the rest go.