10 smart ways to survive cold season

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The cold weather has come armed with knives and pangas. It is chilly enough in Nairobi that many are wondering if this is New York after all. Being June, this is just the beginning of our local 'winter', and we will be shivering for a long time to come. So how are Nairobians surviving in this weather?

1. Apologise to your ex

Being caught spouse-less in winter between May-July is like finding yourself without an umbrella in the middle of a rainstorm. For the boo-less, nights last an extra four hours. The chill has been responsible for reviving several failed relationships. At the end of the day, there's no point in dying of hypothermia just because your ex broke your heart.