Hey Hannah,

Is it worth it to stay in a relationship for the fun of it?

If you and your significant other are on the same page, then yes. If your significant other has no idea you’re in it just for fun, then it’s not fair to them. Don’t waste their time if you aren’t seriously committed to them. I believe that there are different types of relationships and that not all people want the same thing. If you aren’t ready to be in a serious relationship, don’t get into a relationship with someone who is in it for the long haul. Find someone more your speed.

Hey Hannah,

I don't know how to handle the cold weather--I'm from Florida. How do I stay warm outside without getting too hot indoors? Do people leave snow boots on all the time, or carry extra shoes? How expensive are quality winter clothes? Should I get a long coat? How do people keep from falling on the ice I'm hearing about? How do people not die while driving? This is freaking me out.

My biggest piece of advice for your questions is to have layers. If you get too hot, you can take layers off, and if you’re too cold, you can put layers on. As for quality winter clothes, there are several different opinions on what “expensive” means. You’ll always have people out here wearing Patagonia and The North Face, but that doesn’t mean you have to wear those brands. Many people just buy items to layer from a cheaper store. How much you spend is entirely up to you. I personally believe that you get what you pay for. If you want a jacket that will keep you warm and last many years, I would spend a little bit more money. Places like T.J Maxx and Ross sell The North Face and Columbia for a cheaper price. Additionally, if you go to an outlet mall they usually have bigger sales. When it comes to shoes, this is completely up to you. I bought a pair of Sperry duck boots and have never gone back. I’ve had them for over two years and they’ve gotten me through some tough winters. They’re more expensive than a regular boot, but they last a lot longer. Also, if something happens to the material, such as a hole or loose stitching, you can email Sperry and they will fix them up for free and send them back to you; but there are some circumstances that aren’t covered. I don’t know anyone who carries extra shoes with them, but if that’s what you’re comfortable doing, then go for it! For your question about slipping on ice, just try to be careful. Don’t worry about something that hasn’t happened yet. Lastly, if you’re worried about driving on ice or snow, just use common sense. Lincoln puts salt on the roads and uses other precautions to make it safer for cars, but as long as you drive with caution you’ll be fine.

Hannah Armstrong is a senior studying health and human performance.