I'm really glad that they were forthcoming about this also. Again for me the trailer looked great.. I can't wait to see more.
I didn't even notice it until it was pointed out... possibly because I didn't play 3 very long and never with Seasons and I don't remember doing too much outside activities in the winter in Sims 2. I'm looking forward to my sims being out and about in this game in most weather and if this makes that more doable and lively I'm just fine with it.
This way at least people can make their decisions.. I think for the most part though they are already made.