Where has all the hardiness gone?

Minnesotans. I’m ashamed of ‘em. Because they’ve shut down today. Why? It’s 14 below zero at the moment. Wind chill of 37 below. Schools are closed. So are many businesses. Wimps. That’s the new true nature of Minnesotans. It’s a grand and glorious day. Brisk and clean air abounds. The sun is shining. And I hardly see anyone in town. Minnesotans are hiding. Indoors.  When they should be out and about.  Savoring the outdoors. I’ll walk 10 miles. My usual daily tour. Of course, I’m dressed for it. No reason to let the weather defeat me.  I have no desire to be a typical Minnesotan. I’m no sissy. I’m a tough hombre. Minnesota was settled largely by hardy Scandinavians.  Where has all the hardiness gone? –Jim Broede