Snow Day

We are tucked into our house this morning.  The minute we woke up, our faces were practically pressed to the windows just to see if the snow had continued overnight.  We don't usually get a lot of snow in Snohomish, so when we do, we understand that this may be it for the year.

It started yesterday.  Ethan had to taste it.

There is something so peaceful about falling snow. Everything seems to quiet down.

The sky was beautiful!  The trees were beautiful.

The boys waited until we had some accumulation and then rushed out to play.  Stephanie is tucked away in Mazama at winter camp, so we are sure she's enjoying snow as well!

They spent their snow time rolling balls, then throwing them at each other.  (Boys.) Big smile...

This one, however, was too large to throw.

It was getting dark, although it was lighter than usual because of the snow.

I stepped out into the front yard.  I heard NOTHING.  So quiet.  It is as if time stands still when it snows.  Everyone safe and sound, tucked into their homes.  Us included.

Cold weather makes me want to bake for the family.  I guess that is the built in domestic part of being a mom.  Poised in the kitchen, spatula in hand, ready to whip up some hot breakfast for the cold children..  Hot chocolate.. fighting hunger in my own way.. mini muffins.

I don't like to be cold and wet, so I will just stay in the kitchen and watch it all from the window.   Happy Sunday! ♥♥♥

 Song for today is Gravity, performed live by Shawn Macdonald.