The joys of winter!

We grownups often moan about winter. Too much snow - too cold - driving conditions are terrible! It seems as if we have forgotten how much fun we had in the snow when we were children! Ok, im not going to talk for everyone here as I do know there are a lot of grownups who do enjoy the winter and all the snow we get. But mostly I tend to hear the moaning and groaning. As I was driving home today after work I started thinking about this - looking out at the magnificent scenery around me (im lucky enough to live in the countryside). It is a wonderful thing having the 4 seasons and being able to follow it every step of the way. There is always something to look forward to.

Summer is a time to relax and enjoy every day out in the sun with friends and family. Either it being at the beach or having a bbq at home. Long days where the sun doesnt set before almost 11 pm. After a long and warm summer - the autumn arrives with its cooler fresh air and all the changes in colouring ranging from pale yellow to deep red! You can take a trip in the woods picking berries during the day or taking a long walk by the lake - and in the evening its great to relax on the couch with a good book!
As we approach christmas so does winter approach us! And every little kid looks forward to the snow and being able to play in it - build snowmen - go sleigh riding and having snowball fights! Grownups start thinking about how much snow they will have to shovel - will the car start in the mornin after spending half an hour scraping it clear of ice - and will we arrive at work without bumping into another car?! But why not take a minute and think about it. What a wonderful change in scenery - again! The landscape all covered in pure white snow which makes everything so much brighter!
And as the snow starts to fall - why not go out and play!!! We too can build snowmen - have snowball fights and go sleighing :-) I know I havent mentioned skiing - but after a near death experiense some years ago (it sure felt like it to me tho...hehehe) im keeping to walking in the snow for now ;-) But just acting like a kid from time to time is a good thing for everyone. We have a lot to learn from these tiny people! Not having any worries in the world - walking along in their own little world and just singing a happy tune! Yes - Sandra sure is a good example on how to enjoy every part of life no matter what time of year it is :-)

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So im putting on my hat and gloves and heading out to sing in the snow!!!!!! Woohooo.... ;-)