I see and post model runs so people can see what the models are showing, but that doesn't mean I believe them. This week is looking like the 1st storm of the season barring a last minute bump north, so I pretty much expect the short end. Part 2 on Thursday may have more snow to start, but the AI has been showing that for many runs, and it still turns to rain anyhow.
Next weekend I have no faith in at the moment with the Gem as the current sole source of hope. As for the 20th, it's too far away for me to get excited.
I'm not saying people can't or shouldn't be optimistic based on some stuff out there, but I'm pretty numb to all the threats right now, that's all.