i haven't seen this in the comments but if you have a job you need to be in the office, figure out how to get there via subway/el. just leave your car for a day or two if you can.

one of the most beautiful times in the city is after a big snowfall when no cars are out. just walking down the middle of the street in silence. also, shovel your sidewalk, go to your corner bar, have a few, come back and shovel some more. it is a great time.