Here in Ontario, I try to stretch autumn out for as long as I can. Just keep layering sweaters...then jackets...then perhaps a down vest. Anything to not have to admit that winter is upon us.

But then it happens. Snow stays on the ground and the inevitable winter attire is brought out of the basement closet. Mitts, toques, scarves, boots, and of course, the "Big Coat".

My good friend, Dave Teichroeb, has recorded this song a few times. I even played it with him on a live CBC Radio recording! But I think this latest version really captures the resignation that like it or not, winter is here.

big coat

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