Everyone loves the romantic idea of winter until they actually have to step outside and realize the air hurts their face. Sure, hot cocoa and blankets are great, but the second you leave your house, the elements immediately start plotting your demise. We’ve rounded up a collection of photos that capture the duality of the season: part “winter wonderland,” part “apocalyptic nightmare.” Grab a sweater, because looking at these might actually give you frostbite.

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