Today, in my mind, north east Ohio had it's first real snow of the year and of the winter season. It brings both dread and excitement to my shivering bones. I hate the slush, scrape, slip, shiver of winter; but at the same time I love the trees covered with white fluff instead of the usual green leafy matter and the beautiful photographic opportunities.
Dressing in coats, hats, gloves and scarves is fun, too. Getting bundled in hopes of staying warm for a nice winter white walk is one of the best parts of the snowy season. So get out and enjoy the snow while you can. The beautiful white fluff will turn to slush, shoveling, backache, cold toes and numb fingers before you know it. Take someone for a walk today; your best friend, a lost friend, or even your shadow.
A sobering note: a very young life was lost today and it reminds me of how fragile our fleshy little bodies are. Just remember to cherish life and be thankful for everything you have. Even if things could be better, if you could have more, if the world isn't perfect: at least you have your life. Snow may be cold and winter may be your least favorite of the seasons at times: be thankful we have an earth with seasons and weather to surprise you, rain and sun to fuel us all, evil and death to remind us to be good and make use of this life.
