I never understood why so many people huddle at home during cold weather. So it's cold outside. Put on gloves. Put on a hat. Put on a sweater under your overcoat. I can understand if it's -40 degrees with -85 windchill but if it's only zero, you can dress for it and be quite comfortable.
I work at a major retailer, and believe me, there’s been no slowing ....they get to the store no matter how bad the weather, how bad the temps — ESPECIALLY if school is out. Then they just bring all the kids.
People are NOT staying home ...they’re using all these school days as “fun” days. It’s a huge joke. Productivity at work is what we’re losing.