We  just got the “be prepared” email from Bernie, our EMS chief, so, though it’s nice and cozy inside, I have my coat, boots and radio at the ready.  But, guys, it’s really snowing out there, so if you live in my town, please be careful and don’t fall on the ice and break all your teeth and crack your head open.   You would also be well-advised to not handle any cutlery that might fly from your hand and straight into your eye – you don’t think that can happen?  I’ve got a little EMT textbook I could show you that is filled with photos that would make your stomach turn. Objects impaled in eyes? Happens all the time.   Also, why not stay at home tonight, the roads are very icy and you could easily spin out of control and land in a semi-frozen lake and then what?   You’d sink before we could even get there is what.  I’m not saying it would be a hassle to rescue you or anything, of course we’ll be happy to accommodate you anytime, but try to sit quietly until the roads are clear tomorrow.