Winter Wonder

I was hoping for a white Christmas this year...it's always nice to have a dusting of snow on the ground rather than 60 degree temperatures and short-sleeve shirts. Well, we certainly got a white Christmas!!! We ended up with quite a bit of sleet and about 6 inches of snow, with 3 to 4 ft. drifts. It is so pretty out here on the farm to see the snow go on & on up the hill and around the ponds. The three of us bundled up and took a ride in the truck to go check on the cows Christmas afternoon.


When we got back, we thought we'd let Maddy stand in the snow & check it out. She wasn't to sure what to think of it. It was hard for her to move in her little fleece bunting & boots, so Daddy had to help her along so she didn't tumble over! We were only out for a couple of minutes, so we let her go mitten-less so she could touch the snow--she is learning hot & cold and even said her version of BRRRRR!!! when she felt it!



Here's our temporary backyard...yes, such a pretty pond and serene setting. It's my saving grace when I am having an "I HATE this trailer day." Somehow, looking out the kitchen window at this beautiful sight is like a tap on the shoulder from God reminding me to be thankful for what really matters and shake off the rest. It's even better with a layer of snow....