*sending you hugs if you want* It's so very difficult to not freak out nowadays, and you're doing great so far, I'm sure!

I totally understand you about the fear of breaking several things due to ice. I hate walking on ice, and buying these strap-on spikes (and carrying them around me during dubious times) has worked wonders!

A note on hemming trousers: don't underestimate ironing the hemline decently before! I used to skimp that part, and had to learn it the hard way. ;)