It's that time of year again, when the temperatures outside drop and the ice and snow make it impossible to go anywhere. It can be hard to like the season, but the messed up roads and chilly atmosphere aren't the only aspects of winter. Here are five cool things about winter that people often forget.

1. Fuzzy Stuff Is Everywhere

When times get cold, the cold pull on the fuzzy socks (or blankets, robes, jackets, whatever you prefer)! The awesome thing about this is the permanent state of comfy that results. Do you want to hang out with your BFF or BF on a chilly afternoon? Pull out a fuzzy blanket and the day just got better.

2. Cancelled Classes/No School

If you are in an area where it snows (or snows randomly in February), this an awesome perk of winter. Do you want to avoid a test? Do the snow dance and you might get to enjoy a day off! These days are also great for hanging out with friends and sledding on the hills at your school.

3. Warm Drinks

Sure, you can have a hot drink like coffee anytime, but in the winter it takes on a new magic. Hot cocoa is your BFF after running around in the cold all day. Peppermint lattes get you into the season. What's a better way of spending the evening than curled up with a warm beverage under a blanket?

4. Ice Skating

A fun part of winter is the activities that go with it. One of these includes visiting an ice skating rink and joining others for fun! It's like going to a roller skating rink in the summer, but this time the skates have blades and you get to see some people do awesome tricks.

5. The Stars Are Beautiful

Here's a fun fact: on a cold, clear night in a dark area, the stars are amazing. If you look hard enough, sometimes you can see stardust or even the constellations! For those who love admiring them, the stars are perfect this time of year. Also, it's a super romantic date opportunity. Just make sure that it's not too cold and that you have blankets and hot cocoa!