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I'm a day late and a dollar short...but I thought I'd join in with Jennilee's Lazy Wednesdays Walk. It's easy...just pick an old post to share and link up. And, mama likes easy.
Originally posted on December 2, 2008... (pictures newly added for this post.)
Today was a blessed event at our house. You may have heard the whoops and hollers of glee as we jumped on our beds this morning. It was a Snow Day! One of life's most glorious gifts. Time to sleep in. Time to snuggle in. Time to make snow angels in the snow...(even if there's barely two inches on the ground and the grass is peeking out). Time to sled down the reservoir hills (I still scream and laugh all the way down!) Time for snow ice cream. And time for hot chocolate with marshmallows on top and the special mugs with the snowman lids reserved for just such an occasion. Time to do whatever we want.
Time...
So often, I'm rushing around saying..."We don't have time" for this or that. We have... Rushed time. Scheduled time. Church time. Ministry time. Practice time. Work time. School time. Homework time. Tee time. Chores time. Story/Devotional time. Prayer time. And Bedtime. Sometimes it feels like... No time!
But a snow day stops the world at our house. A snow day means...Free time, Family time, Fun time. Time to stop and watch the snowflakes, and maybe catch a few on our tongues as we marvel at the creativity of our Creator. Time to allow the sound of our children's laughter to soak into our soul, cherishing the moment and thanking God for the gift of their lives. Time to referee their arguments and realize that the time will come when I will have a quiet house and will miss even the chaos that I too quickly wish away and grow irritated with. Time for teachable moments. Time for rest. Time to care for our home and keep some semblance of order. Time to think, to dream, to reflect, to remember. Time to pray and worship with a grateful heart. Ahh...time.
Originally posted on December 2, 2008...
7 comments:
yes! me and you sledding!!! :) the kids always love when moms join in on the fun, right? Good for you and thanks for linking up!! I'm so glad that you did. :)
I remember snow days, they were always the best! When I first saw this post I was thinking it was now and thought no way this can't be happening, it's too early for a snow day! Hope your having a great week. Hugs
I loved your snow day post Kelly. And you look cute sliding down the hill on the little saucer screaming all the way!
I still have fond memories of snow days with my kiddos when they were young and this post has sparked those memories for me...so thanks sweet Kelly!
And thanks for stopping by and leaving a nice comment on my post about memories of Edith.
Luv ya,
Linda
We might get a snow day every 10 -15 years and wonder of all wonders we had one this past February, just two weeks before Eli was born. I actually had prayed for a snow day after we received Eli's diagnosis. God answered our prayers. Thanks for the reminder tonight!
I don't know anything about snow days! :( I just love that picture of you sledding though!!! That is adorable! Hope you have a great weekend, Kelly, and beautiful Thanksgiving too!!
I never saw this post b/c it was before I had met you. Look at you sledding! So much fun!! I always loved snow days when I was in school.
I never saw this post either! It's very good!
I'm always reminding myself to cherish every moment. The road of mothering children seems so long, but we know how fast it really goes.
Hope you're enjoying this fall.
:)
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