Winter blues

Something has been amiss this Winter. It wasn't until snow was swirling around us while we snowshoed that I realized what it was. As much time as I devote to being outdoors, I have missed the magical feeling of being surrounded by snow. I have longed to be in my winter wonderland, a place so familiar and inviting my heart skips a beat as soon as we arrive.

This Winter has proven to be the year of very little snow. Our local ski area just opened on a limited basis for the first time this weekend. Usually, this area opens up by Thanksgiving weekend.

With freshly fallen snow as far as the eye can see and the feeling I am inside a snow globe my heart feels light and happy. I am reminded what I love best about Winter. 

What is your favorite part of Winter? The cozy sweaters, the mugs of steaming hot cocoa, the roaring fire?