Since the ride has come and gone and next year is still many months away, you now will see more blogs about a whole bunch of random stuff. A lot has been going on lately so, I am now taking the time to slow down enough to write in here, at least 2 times a week. Although today, this makes 2 times in one day! So, what am I going to write about.......Christmas!
I know...groaaaannnnnn..why is she bringing up Christmas already, can we get through Thanksgiving first, Christmas is 47 days away, and whatever else you sour pusses want to groaaann out your mouths. Well...so sorry...if you don't want to hear about how excited I am because the holidays are upon us, then stop reading. No one is forcing you to continue! Now, for those reading still....beware...I might make you smile or at least dream a little bit better tonight!
What pray tell, has sparked this sudden burst of excitement for Christmas or at least the holidays? I would have to say last night is where it really started. There is something about a first snowfall that gets me giddy like a school girl, although very, very mild and light by Chicago standards, still...there was snow.
The last day of clinic, I skipped out of there, with a million thoughts running through my head all happy of course. Although nervous and my head racing, I had a lovely evening with a very unique, down to Earth, and sweet guy. As we were leaving a very sweet gals birthday party, is when it started snowing enough to see the white in the distance. There is just something about snow and lights on trees, yes, some parts of Chicago do have lights on trees already. Of course, this had me thinking on the way home and all today, that summer is over, fall is here and almost over too, winter is going to be sooner then we realize it.
Fall, my favorite season (see previous post) gives way to Winter. Since I am and always will be, a kid at heart, snow is the best part of winter. I always jump up and down when there is too much snow for anyone to leave. Snow day for kids is almost as fun as snow day for adults! Yes it is, well, for me anyhow. Snow ball fights with the dogs and friends, sledding with friends and their kids, peeling off all the cold and wet clothes, hot shower and hot cocoa, wrap up under a blanket after lighting a fire, cuddle with Ara...the sweetest dog in the world. And, although I give everyone a hard time who puts a sweater on their dog, yes....Ara will be getting one this year. Its not to make her look cute, its so she can stay warm. With her hair, like other short-haired dogs, it is understandable why a sweater or something is needed for this area. But, summer time and other warm months, no...she does not get dressed up.
The other great moment of snow, perhaps my favorite, is when it is the middle of the night, fresh snow has covered everything in a pure, white, blanket. As no plows or drivers are on the road, the stillness is breathtaking. The peacefulness as you hear only snow falling on snow. Crystals falling onto other crystals. Other then the sound of snow falling, there is the occasional animal scurrying off to seek shelter or maybe some traveling in a pack to find food, howling in the distance.
I normally stand outside for a few minutes, wrapped up in a blanket, just listening to the sound of snow falling to the ground. Once I am too cold, I go upstairs and stare out the window for a few more minutes, watching the unique flakes fall in front of me. What normally happens with when snow starts falling, I start singing...especially parts of Let it Snow. Have you ever actually listened to the lyrics? That is old school romantic right there. I don't care what some of you say, I am a sucker for romance. A true gentleman who is comfortable enough to be romantic too...that's enough to make me melt.
So, although this may not have been directly related to Christmas, there was still the tone of the holiday. Snow, holiday music...pure joy. On that note, I bid you farewell...to another night. Dream of the beauty snow offers. The beauty just before anyone drives in it. Before you have to drive to work. The part where you may watch the flakes come down and cleanse everything. Natures way of purifying everything....
Have a most wonderful week. Be happy in all you do and spread that joy to others who may need it more then you realize. Be sure when you watch The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, you will listen to the message that is in the end. Christmas Spirit doesn't only apply to that one day of the year, its every day of the year!
Peace, love, and happiness
Maureen..."Mo"
I know...groaaaannnnnn..why is she bringing up Christmas already, can we get through Thanksgiving first, Christmas is 47 days away, and whatever else you sour pusses want to groaaann out your mouths. Well...so sorry...if you don't want to hear about how excited I am because the holidays are upon us, then stop reading. No one is forcing you to continue! Now, for those reading still....beware...I might make you smile or at least dream a little bit better tonight!
What pray tell, has sparked this sudden burst of excitement for Christmas or at least the holidays? I would have to say last night is where it really started. There is something about a first snowfall that gets me giddy like a school girl, although very, very mild and light by Chicago standards, still...there was snow.
The last day of clinic, I skipped out of there, with a million thoughts running through my head all happy of course. Although nervous and my head racing, I had a lovely evening with a very unique, down to Earth, and sweet guy. As we were leaving a very sweet gals birthday party, is when it started snowing enough to see the white in the distance. There is just something about snow and lights on trees, yes, some parts of Chicago do have lights on trees already. Of course, this had me thinking on the way home and all today, that summer is over, fall is here and almost over too, winter is going to be sooner then we realize it.
Fall, my favorite season (see previous post) gives way to Winter. Since I am and always will be, a kid at heart, snow is the best part of winter. I always jump up and down when there is too much snow for anyone to leave. Snow day for kids is almost as fun as snow day for adults! Yes it is, well, for me anyhow. Snow ball fights with the dogs and friends, sledding with friends and their kids, peeling off all the cold and wet clothes, hot shower and hot cocoa, wrap up under a blanket after lighting a fire, cuddle with Ara...the sweetest dog in the world. And, although I give everyone a hard time who puts a sweater on their dog, yes....Ara will be getting one this year. Its not to make her look cute, its so she can stay warm. With her hair, like other short-haired dogs, it is understandable why a sweater or something is needed for this area. But, summer time and other warm months, no...she does not get dressed up.
The other great moment of snow, perhaps my favorite, is when it is the middle of the night, fresh snow has covered everything in a pure, white, blanket. As no plows or drivers are on the road, the stillness is breathtaking. The peacefulness as you hear only snow falling on snow. Crystals falling onto other crystals. Other then the sound of snow falling, there is the occasional animal scurrying off to seek shelter or maybe some traveling in a pack to find food, howling in the distance.
I normally stand outside for a few minutes, wrapped up in a blanket, just listening to the sound of snow falling to the ground. Once I am too cold, I go upstairs and stare out the window for a few more minutes, watching the unique flakes fall in front of me. What normally happens with when snow starts falling, I start singing...especially parts of Let it Snow. Have you ever actually listened to the lyrics? That is old school romantic right there. I don't care what some of you say, I am a sucker for romance. A true gentleman who is comfortable enough to be romantic too...that's enough to make me melt.
So, although this may not have been directly related to Christmas, there was still the tone of the holiday. Snow, holiday music...pure joy. On that note, I bid you farewell...to another night. Dream of the beauty snow offers. The beauty just before anyone drives in it. Before you have to drive to work. The part where you may watch the flakes come down and cleanse everything. Natures way of purifying everything....
Have a most wonderful week. Be happy in all you do and spread that joy to others who may need it more then you realize. Be sure when you watch The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, you will listen to the message that is in the end. Christmas Spirit doesn't only apply to that one day of the year, its every day of the year!
Peace, love, and happiness
Maureen..."Mo"
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