Snow

I found myself standing outside on the front porch at midnight watching the snow come down. There is something about snow falling that is so peaceful. I love the white blanket over everything and the glow that accompanies it. It has been just shy of 6 years since I have experienced a snow storm. We didn't get too many of them in Florida. It reminded me of the snow falling exitement I felt as a 17 year old when we moved to Carson City from Honolulu. Like Florida we didn't see much snow in Hawaii so after 4 years I was excited. I remember the night of the storm that we were all outside running around and just enjoying ourselves.

Well, I didn't go out and run around in the snow at midnight last night but Natty, Jack and Andy were absolutely loving it - earlier in the evening anyway. They were out making snow angels and running around at 6 PM when there was almost no accumulation. It was fun to see their light angels when we headed to the car and home. They were even more excited this morning when they found a couple of inches on the ground. Part of school prep included a couple of snowballs and running around in the front yard for a few minutes. After Natty and Jack left for school all Andy wanted to do was go play in the snow. He was completely soaked after a while and so a complete change of clothes were in order. It didn't take too long for Andy to come to the realization that snow is cold.

Our beatiful snow covered yard was gone in no time but that was okay because the kids loved it. When Natty and Jack got home from school they were right back out there in it. I think Natalie successfully rolled all of the snow in the yard up to one big snow ball. Jayson and Jaykob were here playing and all the kids actually did really well running in and out of the house, throwing snowballs, and whatever else they felt like doing.

As for me, I prefer the peaceful falling snow over running around in it these days. I've also discovered that I have become somewhat of a cold weather wuss. Perhaps too many years in the sunshine state. I do love a good snow storm.

On another topic; I must share Jacks customer service skills. After making snow angels around the shop they all came in side. There was a customer checking out at the register and Jack walkied right up to her, placed his hand on her arm and asked her for her name. It is funny to watch people react to Jacks advances. Anyway, she politely told Jack her name. Jack then said, "You have a nice ride." She chuckled, they chatted some more and then she was off. I have always enjoyed watching Jack interact with people. He just has this ability to love everyone and is not shy at all. I have always been shy. Perhaps that is why I find Jack so entertaining. He sure enjoys interacting with everyone that comes into the Little Brick House.