Oh, it's not far at all! Just a few miles. Snow/ice free streets means less than 20 minutes (I keep a good speed).
Wintertime... well this winter has been really tough, I don't even want to think about it... I'm so looking forward to be able to get my speed up again, but I'm guessing another few weeks before I dare take advantage of that glorious downhill slope on my way to work.
I have noticed my fitness level has gone up considerably this winter, cause I tell you, getting a bicycle going through several inches of snow makes your pulse go UP UP UP!!