Tag: snow
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Can’t Run From What Is
My two sisters live in Tucson, Arizona. We were all raised in the Chicago area–I escaped the snow and cold more quickly than they did. You never forget the snowstorms that, as a kid, were the invitation to snowball fights, snowmen, snow forts, and anything that had to do with wintery wonder. Of course, none…
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When Wanting Is Wasted
They couldn’t even wait to change out of their pajamas. The snow was calling; adventures in the chilling outdoors awaited them. My grands who live in Washington DC had their first big snowfall of the year. Having just been with us here in Florida and 80-degree temperatures, this was a wonderful alternative to swimming and…
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And So It Begins
Black Friday has become Black Weekend. Scores of deals enticing shoppers to forego logic and join the throngs of other deal seekers for the best-priced Christmas gifts. Cyber Monday is upon us. We can shop till we drop from the comfort of our armchairs. Taking occasional breaks for our flying fingers as they find online…
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Let It Snow, Let It Snow–Enough Already!
I had the chance to go to Boston for a work project with the added benefit of visiting my daughter and son-in-law. During a blizzard. I’ve not spent much time in Boston. Only one other time, really. And it was warm. Got to see a few of the historic sites. Not now. This Florida gal…