Because of this weather is always top-of-mind and a major source of discussion.
This week it hit me ... January in Iowa can be an odd month.
Example One. January 2009. Please note the background. Snow.
Example two. January 2010. Please note the background. Snow.
Example three. January 2011. Please note the background. Florida. (Okay, not the best example of Iowa weather but a great picture nonetheless.)
Example four. January 2012. Please note the background. Leaves. (Mom, Dad and I were outside working in the yard in January. CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?!) 
Anyway, I'm an Iowan. We think about weather a lot. This year, I like it.
Pierce
