Here's the first "official" discussion thread of the winter, for all talking points and discussions related to the pattern (short/medium/long term) through the first few weeks of December. Remember the keep the banter in the banter thread, and the more serious model/forecast discussion in here. PS- I know some of you have seen this below post already, but it definitely is the best way to kick off this thread. Let's get talking dudes. --- Snow lovers and winter weather loves have longed to hea