Changing Climates

It’s mid winter here, Downunder.  Some of you may not be aware of that fact.  I’ve received a number of emails in the past week wishing me a lovely summer, or helping me to prepare for summer break.  However, while those of you in the Northern hemisphere are thinking of beaches and sunbathing we are thinking of ski fields, central heating and snuggling under the doona  (duvet / quilt). 

I have heard stories from expats and migrants who moved here, unaware that the seasons were in opposition.  They arrived shivering in their summer weight clothing or sweating in their fur coats. 

But aside from getting your packing and shipping clothes in the right order, does moving climates matter?  Does the weather affect us and create another thing we need to adapt to?

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