SNOW STORM and a Meme

On Thursday morning, we had a snow storm. What a thrilling event.

All schools were closed, including mine. I had a snow day!

By daylight, there were a few flurries, wind, and temps in the teens. Our southern birds were in shock, scrambling for food.

Thirsty Goldfinches and Siskins lined up inside the pond. I took all of these photos from behind the bedroom or bathroom window. I’m not accustomed to frigid weather like I used to be, so I stayed inside.

By mid-morning, Moms and kids were in search of a snowy hill. We have wonderful hills that are perfect for sledding. I felt so badly for them as I remembered the fun I had with my own Flexible Flyer up north. They probably made snow angels in the grass.

By noon, the sun was bright and our white dusting disappeared. Isn’t she pretty in this photo taken from inside my bedroom? And I thought the windows were filthy.

I’m still hoping for a real snowfall. A white blanket! A winter wonderland!

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I recently saw this meme on Jayne’s and Lynne’s blog so I thought I’d participate. It's been a long time since I played a meme game.

1. Do you like blue cheese? It’s OK.
2. Have you ever smoked? Yes, until January 12, 2009 :o)
3. Do you own a gun? No. My parents used to own a hand gun, though.
4. What flavor Kool Aid is your favorite? Cherry
5. Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? Yes.
6. What do you think of hot dogs? Grilled or boiled with French’s mustard and raw onions on a warm bun.
7. Favorite Christmas movie? I have a few faves but National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is in the top 3.
8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning? OJ or water.
9. Can you do push-ups? Only one. Push up – fall flat.
10. What's your favorite piece of jewelry? I don’t have a favorite piece.
11. Favorite hobby? Photography/Writing/Blogging
12. Do you have A.D.D? Definitely not.
13. Do you wear glasses/contacts? Eyeglasses w/bifocal lenses OR contacts with reading glasses.
14. Middle name? Marcel :o/
15. Name thoughts at this moment? I ate too much for dinner! Darn. I'm cold.
16. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink? Water, Lipton Green Tea, and wine.
17. Current worry? I worry about everything. Lately, jobs and the economy.
18. Current hate right now? Darkness before 6pm and a certain Excel spreadsheet waiting for me at the office.
19. Favorite place to be? Sitting by the pond.
20. How did you bring in the New Year? Watching some decent fireworks from my front porch.
21. Where would you like to go? Somewhere I’ve never been.
22. Name three people who will complete this? No clue.
23. Do you own slippers? Yes, they have name tags: Left and Right
24. What color shirt are you wearing? Red sweatshirt.
25. Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? Never tried them but I like Egyptian Cotton.
26. Can you whistle? Yes – not like a guy – like a bird.
27. Favorite Color? I like ALL COLORS but faves are a toss up between reds, yellows, greens.
28. What songs do you sing in the shower? I don’t sing in the shower – too busy thinking about business & the day ahead.
29. Would you be a pirate? Arrr...NO. I’m no animal.
30. Favorite Girl's Name? Don’t have a favorite.
31. Favorite boy's name? Don’t have a favorite.
32. What's in your pocket right now? Cell phone and a rubber band.
33. Last thing that made you laugh? Something Gina said this evening.
34. What vehicle do you drive? Honda Accord blah
35. Worst injury you've ever had? An ankle broken on both sides.
36. Do you love where you live? Yes.
37. How many TVs do you have in your house? Four.

I'll bet you thought it would never end.