In the world of meteorology we put away some of the computer science for a bit of fun as the one and only Punxsutawney Phil becomes a resident Met. Today, I actually put away some of my strict weather thoughts and accidentally got into the Punxsutawney Phil spirit. It involves an early morning selection of something I wear everyday. Do I have you guessing??? Read more!

First, I must admit each year I always get confused on what it all means. I did some quick fact checking and buffed up on my furry colleague.

Punxsutawney is all about his shadow as he comes out of the hole. If he catches a glimpse of his shadow (sunny day) he runs back into the hole and more winter will persist for six more weeks. On the other hand, if he does not see his shadow (a cloudy day) then he will make his way outside in Punxsutawney, PA and spring will come.

So, while Phil will do his thing it seems I have done my own version of groundhog day! As I was getting dressed this morning I pieced together my suit and other items like any other normal day. I did all of this as usual in the early morning blur before coffee and selected the look. I usually don't wear my tie until I get to work as we have the wonderful process of hair and make-up (note the sarcasm - ha ).

Well, I looked in the mirror and realized I was totally spring! The look is a simple salmon colored tie and a light blue shirt. Was I somehow channeling Phil???? I had to laugh because as I was done and ready for air I was feeling spring in my outfit with Phil in the back of my weather mind.

Even with my pink tie and Phil's prediction, mother nature may win out this time. With the latest cold air in place and the pattern locked down the hard science forecast may mean more winter. This cold story may especially be in place for the East with a jet stream pattern in place. Personally, I hope my tie and Phil will bring in some early Spring! What do you think?

-- Meteorologist Jeff Ranieri