Didn't mean my post to sound this way, all I meant was, just do it, be prepared for the cold although you'll probably find it warmer than walking, and drive defensively, if there are not enough street lights to keep your commute safe, find a headlight suitable, and be very watchful for those who aren't (cagers).
Personaly I'm getting more and more depressed everyday I go without being able to ride. Take the things that keep you off the road for whatever reason as a challenge, others do it, why can't you?

*This may not sound like great advice for someone who just totalled his bike this week but my accident was non-weather related and was fully my fault.