It is hard to ignore the winter storm that Colorado had this weekend. My house got over a foot with some drifts closer to two. It is amazing how snow can bring out the cuddle bunny in all of us: reading, hot tea, family movie time, snowman building, and lots of baking. The white that covers everything seems to put everything to sleep and everyone seems to put busy things away and relax with it. Isn't it wonderful?

1. Abnormal time for normal results
• When it snows, you have to shovel the walk, warm up your car, and bundle up before going anywhere. It take an extra 10-20 minutes to just get out the door! But we all do it; we prepare more than usual and we make accommodations without much complaining. Why? I think we just don't let a little obstacle stand in our way!
2. Overly cautious and slow
• No, you aren't sure if there is black ice under you or not! All you can do is know your physics and have experience with walking/driving in this stuff to avoid causing a scene. Locals and non-locals alike can possess poor judgment rushing into the unknown. The speed of our actions drastically changes when we approach something we aren't sure about or are scared of.
3. Quickly acknowledge the unfortunate situation
• Everyone happily accepts a snow day from school/work. Even knowing the consequences of how much make-up effort will be needed, the weather conditions aren't something you can change. So, somehow, we take it in stride and relax. We sleep in, sip our tea, and enjoy the extra bit of weekend before the inevitable and hectic week begins.

So I guess I feel sorry for those that pick the beach over the mountains... you are missing out! Haha.