I am absolutely amazed. I have to beg my children to go out and play in the summer, spring, and fall but come snowfall I can barely keep them inside (not that I want to). My children have been waiting impatiently for the snow, practically begging the powers that be for snow, talking about snow constantly while I have been expressing my gratitude for the obvious lack so far. I really hate to be cold and wet. Last night's snowstorm had Lia looking for her snowboots and coat during the windy blizzard like conditions occuring during the pitch dark of night. She was literally walking out the door to play in the storm. That is how much my kids love snow.
This morning I woke up with a full plate feeling overwhelmed, wishing I could clear everything but snowman building from my calendar. Somehow my wish came true and I found myself outside at 10 am playing follow Lia's snow trail through the front yard and build the mini snowman and kick it down. Her snow games are a little odd. Yes, I was cold and wet but I was grateful I didn't have to tell her to wait until Mom was done with all her "stuff." She was so happy to be wet and cold and for a few minutes I remembered why that white fluffy cold stuff is so magical.
Finally, we went back inside where I cleaned and spent the rest of the afternoon trying to figure out what to get Tom's employees and partners for Christmas. I am still trying to figure it out. I have to come up with cool but economical gift baskets by Saturday. So if anyone has a great idea let's hear it. I also got to watch my friends two kids and they just cracked me up all afternoon, they are so cute.
Well, as soon as Becca and Isaac got home from school they were out in the snow again. I think it is hilarious how they were trying to sled down the driveway which is pure ice. This was not a big snowfall but there was no way they were going to miss a chance to use their sleds. Poor Rebecca slipped and fell at least four times. Her new warm waterproof and suprisingly stylish snow boots are unfortunately slippery as snot. Why can't anyone come up with the perfect snowboot.They played for a good 2 hours and I watched happily from my office window where I have direct access to the warm breeze from the heating vent. It was a perfect afternoon.
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You really are an awesome mom. My kids begged for the same thing but did I oblige? The answer is NO! I kept telling them there was not enough snow and it was way too cold. Now I feel horrible. I could have suffered for even a few minutes out there but no I didn't. I'm awful! Your wonderful. Memories to last forever.
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