Oh, spring, the season of sunshine, flowers, and… snow? Mother Nature seems to have a bit of a sense of humor as she sends a snowstorm just as I thought I could pack away my winter coat and boots. But I'm really not surprised. This is the UP after all. With a little bit of humor and peace, I can weather any storm, even a spring one.
I need to take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the snow. Have you ever noticed how it creates a calming ambiance when it falls silently from the sky, covering everything in a cozy blanket of white? It’s as if the world becomes still and peaceful, if only for a little while. And it’s not often we get to witness that kind of magic outside of the winter season. So, I embrace the unexpected snowfall and enjoy it while it lasts!
Hank loves the snow. I mean he really LOVES rolling in it, sticking his nose deep into it in search of a mouse, and chasing a stick in it even though it's so deep you think he'll quit the chase. But no, he'll get the stick.
He will miss this snow when its gone.
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| Steve Plowing Us Out |
But not me. I am ready to put away my coat and boots, snowmobile apparel and, wait for it, my Christmas lights. They make a dark place in the woods a peaceful glow during the night.
Easter is a week away. The shipping season has begun and the freighters are navigating the Great Lakes. The mourning doves coo love songs to each other, even during the snowstorm. And this coming Wednesday they are predicting thunderstorms.
It is funny how living in the UP can bring along something unexpected to shake things up. It’s almost as if the universe is saying, “Ha! Gotcha!” But the good news is, we can always choose how we react to things. We can choose to grumble and complain, or we can choose to laugh it off and make the best of it. So go ahead, Hank, roll in the snow or slip and slide while playing ball with Steve.
I need to follow suit and take a moment to enjoy the little things in life, too!
