I haven’t worn any type of jewelry for the past month.

After spending six months out of New Jersey last year, between our Florida stint and the summer in Europe, I decided that we should stay in N.J. for January. This would, first and foremost, allow me to earn back some of the money I’d spent on our summer adventures, as well as reconnect with the community that had supported those adventures (one of those people being my wonderful fiancé, Tik).

This seemed like a great idea. Until the temp started dropping below the 30-degree mark.