We are in a snow paradise but more on that in a bit. Right now I want to address any momma’s out there who may have felt offput by the gifts I made my children on Saint Nick instead of keeping it simple with candies or fruit. Keeping it simple is definitely the way to go and I do, it’s just that I don’t post those moments often thinking they will be of no interest to anyone.
We do not buy many things during the year. Our children get one store bought gift and two momma made ones in Christmas and we do not decorate or do much until Christmas week so I tend to make a bigger deal about Saint Nicholas day. I know I do not have to justify what I do here in my home to you but please know that whatever you do for your family, whether big or small, it is enough. Honestly, I love making things, and they are my favorite recipients.
So back to the snow. My goodness do we have some. It has snowed now for another 24 hours after these pictures were taken and oh by golly is it white out there. I am keeping positive with so little light around inside or out, that usually depresses me as I need sunlight, lots. I have found that forcing myself to go out no matter how cold, is the ticket. I spent about 2 hours outside with the kids yesterday and it was breathtakingly beautiful. I never realized how big this land of ours is until it was covered with this big white blanket.
We have had to keep a few of us inside, JP and Matthew have runny noses. It has been hard to have fun outside, knowing that they want to join us. We are taking turns spending time with them inside. I hope we are all back outside together very soon.
I have also discovered what mudrooms are for and why there aren’t any in Florida. I find myself saying things like “close the door” and “take off those boots” and of course “get your coats on please”. Things I have never really said much as a momma. New things, exciting, toe numbing and fun. Actually, I only came inside yesterday because I do not have proper boots for snow, really they are more rain boots than anything, and also because I over layered and then threw on my down filled coat and I will repeat again to anyone who does not believe me, if you want to be warm, layer silks and wools. Oh my toasty. Note to self, less layers next time and yes I hope there will be many, many more next times.
so glad you and your children were able to experience a great snowfall. here in St. Louis, we got a few inches, coupled with sleet and ice and frozen rain (all different things :), but it's nice when there is a deep fluffy snow to play in.
What fun the children are having. I look forward to read what ever your family is doing next.
I think that all of your hand made gifts are just darling and so appropriate. With so many little ones I am in awe of all you are able to accomplish – it is just wonderful! My favorite gifts are hand made too – each stitch (or whatever the craft!) filled with love for the recipient! Enjoy the new house and the snow! Such fun!
I agree with Lori Ann. I love that you put so much into Saint Nicholas day. I am the same way – although our situation this year made it impossible for me. We don't do 'santa claus' so celebrating the real Saint Nicholas is a big deal for us! 🙂
Love to you!!
I know they are expensive but you can buy the light therapy lamps if you really can't take the winter blues. They are sold at Joann Fabrics, on-line of course and usually go by the name Happy Light, Ott Light, Verilux, etc..
oh Colleen, I have one of those for working on my embroidery in bad light! Thank you for the suggestion
I'm so glad you are enjoying your first real winter, but…..IT''s so not fair! We are just north of Indianapolis and have next to nothing!! We love the snow and we totally feel like we got cheated this time around! LOL I'm going to go drown my sorrows in hot chocolate, we certainly got the cold temps.
Sharron, come get some! we have plenty 😉