I keep one running year round as well, I even installed a ceiling fan above the bed, lol.I always did and still do enjoy the soothing sound of the fan running.
Growing up, my bedroom was downstairs next to the family room. We heated with wood and Dad would keep that thing screaming hot! He'd say "if your hot, open a window", so I had to keep my door shut and a fan running even in the winter ........ I guess that's why I am that way today.