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The Ultimate Polar Vortex Shopping Guide

by Candace Sampson

There’s not a lot you can do when you’re trapped in the freezing hell of a polar vortex. Even die-hard winter lovers like myself are finding it difficult to summon the courage to get outside. That’s why I’ve been on the hunt for the best products when you’re stuck inside your house due to record-breaking temperatures. 

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It’s at times like this you have to look for the heroes, and that my friends is Amazon.  Amazon doesn’t care how cold it is. They are going to get to you no matter what the temperature.

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I’ve had some extra time to search through Amazon this winter, since my hometown has won the special honour as coldest capital in the world. Yay us! So without further ado here’s what you’re gonna want on hand to make it through your forced hibernation this year.

Plan a night in with friends. No one wants to be outside in this weather but if we isolate ourselves anymore, we run the risk of pulling a Jack.

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For you mental health and those you love, you need to socialize. The hottest game right now is What Do You Meme? Order now and have it for Friday night. PRO TIP: If you organize the game, guests have to come to you, and you my friend, stay toasty warm.

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Now is the perfect time for a little self-reflection and self-improvement, since time is pretty much all you’ve got. You’ve probably already mastered how to not give a f*ck, since that was so 2017. Now it’s time to be a badass and your guide to achieving that is one click away. You Are a Badass and you’re going to show ’em all….as soon as it thaws out a little.

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You got an Instant Pot for Christmas, and I only know this because everyone got an Instant Pot for Christmas. You know what else I know? You’ve used it once and are now wondering what else to do with this giant thing taking up valuable real estate in your kitchen. Here’s enough recipes to get you through to flip-flop season.

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Winter is made for long naps. See what I did there? I’m cooped up people, the jokes are getting stale. Anyhoo, there’s nothing else to do except sleep so indulge in one of these 3D Sleepmasks and go dream about sandy beaches. Bonus! It comes with earplugs to drown out your snoring spouse.

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Picture this. You are in comfy pajamas, learning how to be a badass, with dinner in your Instant Pot and you’re sipping on a delicious cup of hot chocolate because you know that hot chocolate is a life line in this weather. What flavour to choose is the only struggle you’re going to have today.

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You want to be this family, you need to be this family. C’mon, do it for the ‘gram. It’s not like you have anything better to do until at least March.

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About Candace Sampson

Candace Sampson is the founder of Life in Pleasantville and the host of What She Said, Canada’s longest-running women’s talk show turned podcast. A trusted voice in Canadian lifestyle and travel media for over a decade, Candace blends storytelling with sharp insight to connect with women on everything from solo travel to social issues. She’s also the creator of Girl Trips, a women-focused retreat and travel brand. Find her on Instagram @candace_said @whatshesaidtalk and @girltrips.ca

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