Snowed In

We live in Canada.  However, we rarely get snow in our part of the country.

This winter has been typical in this regard ~ mostly, we've had rain.

It's only snowed twice ~ just prior to Christmas, and again these last few days.

The first snow made its appearance while we were gone.  
And, on the very same day it snowed here, it also snowed in Arizona.
So, we didn't miss out.  We've enjoyed a little white stuff twice this winter.

Usually, however, it's gone within a day or two.  It's just how it is.

This past Saturday evening, the most recent snow began.

By the time we went to sleep, it was beginning to collect in earnest.

In the morning, we woke to a beautiful winter wonderland.
Out the front door, it looked like this...

And, out the sundeck door it looked like this...

Because it snows so rarely, and because we live on a side street,

the snow plough doesn't usually make it down our road.
Due to that fact, it's most often best to just stay put.

So, on Sunday, we were snowed in.

Our church is an hour's drive away.  It wasn't wise to venture out.

We are so thankful that the services are live-streamed both

in the morning and the evening.  What a blessing!

Although we were snowed in, we were still able to attend via the internet.

Modern technology does have its benefits ~ especially in these sorts of situations.
We are so incredibly thankful for the live broadcast that is provided each Lord's Day.
Every time we have found it necessary to join in by that means,
it has blessed our hearts abundantly.  Our thanks to those who make it possible.

Now...back to the snow ~
it was several inches deep by late morning...see?

I went outside and snapped some photos.
Here's a shot of our front window from the edge of the yard ~
See the kids inside?  See the snow falling?  
It snowed all day long, and continued on into the evening.

On the inside, I captured Emma quietly reading on the couch ~
snug and cosy and warm.  So wonderful.  So thankful.

What is it like where you live?  Do you have lots of snow or none?  
Does your area handle snow well?  Or, do you get stranded when it comes?

We are somewhere in the middle on that score.  The main roads do get cleared.  
We have found, however, since we aren't on a main road, it's usually best to stay home.
In just a matter of days, all our snow will be gone ~ not a bad thing, really.
We'll just have to enjoy it while it lasts.  It's a novelty to have any at all.

Needless to say...the kids are thrilled.  
They are enjoying every minute of it.  Of course.
And, today?  The snow continues to fall in earnest.  It's still piling up.
We have declared today to be a day off.  It's officially a snow day!

Warm Hugs to you all!

Camille