We had the biggest snow storm DC has seen in December EVER. They usually close school for just 2 inches, and we received 16 INCHES, so you can imagine what it was like. They don't plow much and a lot of people don't have snow tires ... it was pretty crazy. The snow started falling around 9:30pm Friday and it didn't stop until 9:00pm Saturday It was quite the production. Outside looked like a winter wonderland. There was so much snow, that everyone stayed indoors. Cars were literally buried in TONS of fluffy white powder.
We must admit that we have had the perfect 2 days enjoying the quiet. No where to go, not many phone calls ... nothing to do but enjoy time as a family and relax. After weeks of finals and the usual Christmas rush, it was so nice to enjoy the peace. We played in the snow, made bread, watched a movie and Brett and Abby made a doll house out of cardboard. This morning, we went to undercover our car so it wouldn't get too icy. Brett, being the sweet person that he is, helped shovel out 7 different cars. He is going to be one sore boy tomorrow. Our parking lot turned into a giant sledding hill. It was so fun to see everyone outside, relaxing and enjoying the snow. We live in an area where we don't see our neighbors much. They just seem to work and sleep and then repeat. This storm gave us the opportunity to get to know our neighbors because they were forced to slow down and not go anywhere. We had a great time visiting with them and helping each other. These past few days have made me realize how important it is to take time to just enjoy the moment and slow down to savor life's simple pleasures and make some fun memories. Nothing like a good snow storm. Thanks Heaven, for a wonderful Christmas gift!!
Sledding in the parking lot.
The front of our apartments.
Abby and Me in the snow. (She is teething right now so you can tell she isn't her happy self.)
This is a car...somewhere in there.
Abby was concerned about the cold.
The camera died part way through this video but it gives you a view of the snow and Miss Abby.
Here is Abby and Brett giving a quick run on the sled. The runway for sledding hadn't been packed down at this point, so it was a bumpy ride that didn't last long.
10 comments:
Wow! Perfect pics. You guys know how to live! Enjoy the situation and thrive!
Love the pictures. You have such a great out-look on life. It is so nice to slow down and enjoy the moment. What a cute fam!
Holy crap, that's a lot of snow! Such good pictures! We can't wait to see you -- in 2 days!!!!!!!
WOW, that looks like so much fun! I love those days where do can just relax and enjoy your family. Cute pictures!
She is so darling I just might die. :) And I LOVE all that snow!!
WOW. Thats a lot of snow!
Snow, snow everywhere . . . it looks like you made the most of it! Cute pictures
We had a similar experience with the neighbors here. The day after the snow it was like a block party with everyone out there digging out their cars. Jordan also helped dig out a ton of neighbors and he was exhausted and sore the next day!
Cute, cute shots. Crazy weather! Can't believe your car!!
Wow look at all that snow. I am glad you were able to enjoy it. I love all the pictures :)
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