ORLANDO, FL – Emerging from his home after a week of post-Rolex hibernation, Ricky Taylor saw his shadow cast along his driveway. Symbolizing 6 more weeks of winter weather. The Taylor shadow test is an annual tradition that captivates the world. Taylor emerged from his home, wearing the traditional Ricky Taylor Day garb, a pair of sweats and a vintage Elton Jon t-shirt. Spooked by the commotion, Taylor almost forgot to check for the shadow, but alas he did in fact see it. This came as bad news for a nation that just survived a polar vortex. “Well its a good thing the green egg is on the screened in porch, that way i’ll have something to do until Sebring,” Taylor added.
Ricky Taylor Sees Shadow, 6 More Weeks of Winter Ahead

Groundhog Club co-handler Al Dereume, second from right, holds Punxsutawney Phil, the weather prognosticating groundhog, during the 133rd celebration of Groundhog Day on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pa. Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019. Phil's handlers said that the groundhog has forecast an early spring. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)