Even though the official start of winter is about five weeks out, there is no escaping the joy of the quickly approaching holiday season.
What makes this time of year even better? Snow, of course!
We are always surprised by the amount of people that seem to hate snow. They’ll bundle up and have a fabulous time outside while tailgating and watching a football game. But the mere mention of enjoying the snow brings out their bah-humbug.
Perhaps these TR family’s favorite snowy activities will change your mind:
1. An early morning walk in the snow around your neighborhood. Listen to the birds. See the soft grey fade into a pure blue. Know that later in the day, people will think about your foot tracks.
2. Check out the footprints you find. Who do they belong to? Where do they lead?
3. Exhale and wonder at the beauty of seeing your breath.
4. Make a snow angel. Seriously. They’re just as awesome now as they were then.
5. Grab a handful of snow and throw it up all around you.
6. Have a snowball fight.
7. Build a snowman.
8. Go on a mid afternoon hike and try to identify animal tracks in the snow.
9. Get chilly and then come inside for hot cocoa and try popping your own popcorn on the stovetop.
The snow and cold doesn’t have to be something aggravating that you suffer through all season. Embrace it and explore!