Snow is fun! Well, I guess that depends on how you’re dealing with it.

If you’re skiing or walking along a beautiful river, that’s one thing. If you’re trying to scrape ice off of your window and start your car at 5 in the morning…well that’s a different story.

Take a look at these cool facts about snow, whether you love it or hate it.

1. Giving back

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2. Don’t do it

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3. Nice and quiet

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4. When the snow melts

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5. Time to clean up

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6. Survival

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7. Beautiful

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8. Wow, look at that

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