Zero

The polar vortex has ascended upon us once more.  The 10:00 am temperature is zero and the high today is seven degrees.  The wind chills tonight are predicted to be twenty below zero.  The only good thing about this weather is the beautiful sunshine.  We have actually had a few sunny days this week and lots more snow.  There is more snow on the way and more sub zero temperatures for next week.  I guess old man winter is making up for the last few mild winters we had.

Laney goes outside quickly and does not stay out to play.  Everything is frozen and the ice hurts her paw pads.  The good thing is that the snow is not sticking to her so the clean up is easier.  Protect your four legged friends during the extreme weather.  They are sensitive to the extreme cold as we are.

The  best thing about winter is getting things done inside and hot cocoa.  I did manage to venture out a couple times this week.  I was trying to remember what it is like to walk around in flip flops and shorts instead of several layers of clothes that restrict  movement.  I wish I liked winter sports, but it is actually to cold and dangerous to be out.  I think  I'll stay in today and admire the sunshine from the window and mark off the days till spring.  Stay warm if you're stuck in the path of the polar vortex.

Life is beautiful !! 

Elizabeth