I don't find it stressful, but I find the cold inspiring. I've been cranking on a lopapeysa because it's so chilly in my house (haven't turned on the heat) and I can't wait to wear it. And the cold is making me want to make socks.
Rebecca, I had to laugh out loud when I read your post! Just as I read "haven't turned on the heat", our air conditioner came on! It's supposed to be almost 90 here today!
chris (no knitting for having to move...yuk)
Keep on knittin', mama, knittin' those blues away!