What is “wintering,” and why is it so important that we learn to do it well?

What are the benefits of adopting a cyclical as opposed to a chronological view of a lifetime? In your opinion and with close reference to the text, do you think this is a helpful approach to life?

Compare and contrast Nordic modes of winter and wintering with May’s native Southeast English ones. Why, from May’s perspective, does a Nordic winter seem easier to cope with? Do you agree with her?