There’s just something magical about snow (when I don’t have to drive in it). Everything just seems softer, calmer, as if life is standing still for a few quiet moments. Freshly fallen snow is especially enchanting, giving everything a sense of purity. It brings to mind the words of the Lord, spoken through the prophet Isaiah: “Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.” (Isaiah 1:18). When we accept the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ for our sins, He washes us white as snow. No matter how dark our stains, we can be clean. The snow outside my window once again reminds me of how thankful I am for salvation.
The girls don’t seem quite as impressed by the winter wonderland as we are. But I think they are in awe of their dad’s snow removal prowess. He would come in from plowing in the freezing temperatures, his raw face peeking out from a ski mask, and the girls’ eyes would widen with amazement. Jim was able to take some time off from scraping snow off the driveway to help decorate the tree. Rebecca also put in her two cents – here’s a picture of her advising her dad on where to place the tree lights:
The snow also enhanced a form of winter fun besides Jim’s love of plowing vehicles – hot tubbing! Jim’s parents came over and enjoyed the snowy outdoors while submersed in 104 degree waters. That’s my kind of outdoor recreation!
Oh my goodness, it truly looks like Rebecca is advising her Dad on the placement of the lights. I can see shades of decorating requests(or demands)to come! What fun(or fights)to look forward to!!
Love,Grammie
I’ve never been envious of the east coast until now. I would love to have one entirely white winter. Rebecca just looks so comfortable sitting in the chair by herself! Your girls are going to have SO much fun with their dad once they’re able to grip the handles of a motorized vehicle!