Yesterday upon waking I saw that the weathermen had nailed it, their prediction of snow had been accurate. Heavy-laden white branches, frozen perfectly still, were outside my window. I grabbed my iPhone and quickly checked the local school closings to see if our district was closed. Yes! No school. My daughter could sleep in, and I could steal some time with her because, I too had the day off.
I shuffled out of bed and made my way downstairs, the dog at my heels. I opened the door to let him out, his legs suddenly disappearing in a few inches of white. I grabbed my daughter's Hunter Wellies, and a shovel, and headed outdoors to start clearing the walkway. It was a the perfect type of snow, the type that is light enough to push with a shovel, but solid enough to form a snowman.
I figured since I'm out there I'll bring the trash cans to the curb for pick up. Half way up the drive, I slip on ice. I'm thinking I could die out here and no one would know. Daughter is sleeping, not a soul to be seen. Whatever. I didn't get hurt so I shook it off. I decided to shovel around the mailbox for the post man when it suddenly dawned on me that I was finding more and more tasks as a way to stall. Being outside in the snow brought me right back to my childhood. The fresh air felt good. I came to the realization I spend way too much time indoors. So, you know what I did? I built a snowman. Yup, just me, the 40-something, out there making a damn fool of herself, falling and playing in the snow, in her pajamas and Hunter Wellies.
The funny part is, I was tired after shoveling, so my little snowman ended up being kinda lame, he was only about a foot and a half off the ground. My daughter and her friend had a big laugh at my feeble attempt. You want to know what is even more hysterical? Later that morning I let the dog out and what do you think he did? Yep. Lifted his leg and turned my little snowman yellow. I guess that was his way of telling me he insists on being the only man in my life.
I've never actually built a snowman! I've been to the snow but never actually got around to doing it! I'm loving all the white at the moment, in this heat it's been beautiful white cotton tops for me. Keep warm xoxox
ReplyDeleteOMG YOU ARE HILARIOUS...I could just see you out there Debby....because I would be doing the same THING!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHmmm....the last time I made a snowman was in Rockport, Mass, about 16 years ago! We had a blast, and it was my first ever snow. COming from Los Angeles, the snow was and really still is a novelty to me, but these days I am too busy to go out there. You know what?If we do get snow (it is just so COLD here, but no snow yet), I am making a snow man. There is something magical about taking in the GIFT from heaven and playing in it like I believe GOD intended for us to do. To love it, to SEE IT, observe and enjoy it.
HAVE ANOTHER COZY DAY! Anita
You are so cute. I love your ageless spirit! That is something I could and would do. Believe me Debby you will never feel old as long as you do what you feel like doing and whats in your heart, and I think that trait will carry you far. I haven't built one in ages but I promise you this, WHEN (better not be if) we get the next big snow, I will get out there and build me a snowman! In your honor of course! Thanks for reminding us we are not too old to do anything that strikes our fancy:)
ReplyDeleteI miss snow...it has been so long since I have seen a real, thick snowfall...in fact the last time was 1984...it is so beautiful, quite and peaceful...I think I would also want to play in it! Hope your day off was very special with your daughter!!
ReplyDeleteI love when the snow is falling at night and going for a walk; I also love to watch it fall from inside with a fire and a glass of wine...I hate shoveling it on the other hand! lol
ReplyDeleteI adore walking the dogs in the snow, they absolutely love it!
ReplyDeleteHave a fab Thursday Hun xoxo
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Gosh what a fabulous post my friend! I can't recall the last time I built a snowman ... but now I'm wishing we had a little snow - so I could go out and give it a go. I admire your ability to let go (even if for mere moments) and be the child we all know is in inside of us - but no longer seem to let her shine. Smile often my friend ... You are doing fine!!! xo C. (HHL)
ReplyDeleteI must confess I've never built a snowman. I'm a California girl, born and raised. Warm and sunny southern California to be exact. Someday I'm going to have a white Christmas and build a snowman! Your little snowman sounds adorable.
ReplyDeleteKim
My kids always go out and play in the snow and inevitably we get into the fun too. Doesn't snow often here but when it does even an inch its a reason to get out there and have fun.
ReplyDeleteu know how many times i have fallen while behind my massive snow blower? - with ALLLLL the neighbors watching me?! - i just laugh - i have a love/ahte relationship with snow - @ least when it snows i can work from home!
ReplyDeletePS – my friend is gonna be on
Millionaire Matchmaker on Bravo TONIGHT come check it out on the bog :o)
Debby you are such an incredible writer! When's the novel coming out? It would be a best seller ;) xoxo
ReplyDeleteOMG I love this, you are too sweet!
ReplyDeleteYou are SO lucky (minus the slipping on ice of course)- I'm wishing & hoping for snow here! I love cuddling up with a cup of hot chocolate & watching the snow fall. Peaceful.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful images! We never have snow days where I live in Canada. Even if we have a blizzard. I guess we're just used to it! I really wish we DID have them though, once in awhile : ).
ReplyDeleteI agree with The Golden Girls. You are an amazing writer! This post brought a smile to my face. I can just picture you out there in your pjs and boots. You know how to put a little fun in each day!
ReplyDeleteSnow days are a wonderful excuse to relax and watch lots of TV :)
ReplyDeleteSo funny Debby .. I can just imagine:)
ReplyDeleteI walk my dogs in the ice, rain, snow, etc.. every morning and I can't tell you how ridiculous I must appear. My younger springer is 14 months and then I have a 13 year old that's mentally out to lunch and has a bum leg. I am loosing my vision (an age thing) so I don't see clearly and I am not a morning person so I'm only half awake. Sliding, dropping things, getting pulled by the puppy and dragging my dog that's old.
You have to laugh at these kinds of things, right?!
xxL
Debby,
ReplyDeleteLucky you, a day off and snow! It sounds positively wonderful. I hope you and your daughter had a blast.
xo,
Karen at Garden, Home and Party
Oh Debby! I adore you! I can't stop laughing at you out there building that little snowman only to have it pissed on! x
ReplyDeleteAhhh! I wish! Sydney never snows :-(
ReplyDeleteI love that you built a snowman!
Clare x