Where is the Snow?

Ok, for a lot of people, this 50 degree weather is wonderful. For me, it is not. Rain is gross when the temperature is below 65 degrees. Snow is expected and I love the snow this time of year. It makes everything sparkle and accentuates the beauty that surrounds us in the world. Also, it helps get me into the Christmas mood. I really am shocked that there has only been one snowy day here in Grand Rapids thus far. I guess spending the last 4 years in Holland, I'm used to excessive amounts of snow once December hits. Even though there may not be a lot predicted between now and then, I'm still hoping for a white Christmas.

The lack of snow thus far has been good traveling, which I seem to be doing a bit of here and there. And, it helps me know exactly how long it will take me to get to work, which is nice since currently I'm a little worn out.  This whole nights and evening is starting to wear on me, since my body isn't quite sure when I should be sleeping, eating, or staying awake. Tonight I work an evening, and then overnight on Friday, which I can't wait to be over because Saturday MOLLY COMES BACK! I'm a little excited since she'll be home for more than a few days this time. But, it already makes me miss the whole Christmas Break thing that have been part of my life since, oh well... I started school about 19 years ago. Talk about a bummer. But it's ok, it is part of growing up right? People still are sick over the holidays, and I really just need to remember how blessed my family is with their health, and how spending the holiday season together in our own homes is blessing that we take for granted.

Anywhoo, since Molly will home for the next couple weeks, one of the first things on our list to do is to have (at least one) night of making christmas treats. These will include, but are not limited to: Spritz cookies, York peppermint brownies (my fav), Christmas "crack" - chocolate and caramel covered saltines, and a few others that I can't think of at the moment. If you're lucky, and you're around the Kzoo/GR area, maybe some of these will come your way. I know that we shouldn't be eating all of them - even though I know I'll want to.

But it's time to get my Thursday going, I have to be to work in an hour an half, so I should probably get a few things done between then and now. Have a wonderful day!