I’m sure there’s a way to describe going on holiday to the warmth of a latitude closer to the equator. I’m just out of practice in using it and I’ve forgotten.

That must sound a little snobby to someone who’s never lived thru a traditional winter closer to the poles. But trust me, coming back to that climate simultaneously sucks and blows. And since the weather turned here in Seoul, I find winter fashion to be bittersweet. I do enjoy wearing long sleeves and some sweaters, but as much as I’m loving my new LL Bean parka for its rugged good looks, it’s 650-fill goose down, and the faux fur lining in the hood, I resent having to wear it, or anything like it so as not to freeze.

It’s payback, I know that. And for the next 18 months at least, I’ll be enjoying the seasons. Maybe enough to last the rest of our lives.

We head out for Bali on Monday. Very much looking forward to it.