The "blizzard"

Let me assure you, the blizzard we experienced this week was not.  In fact, it was absolutely nothing more than a regular snowstorm.  HOWEVER, I do acknowledge I am speaking only for my little town.  Out in the country, and one county over, yes, they can claim the "Blizzard of '12".  We can not, although we did see lots of snow, and the kids were even able to play outside.  I was very grateful that the snowsuit I had purchased last year for Robert was finally able to be put to use.  We weren't able to go sledding because the sledding hill is out in the country, and we just weren't willing to risk the flat, open country roads.

We are now a week into our break, with a week to go.  Technically, there are nine days left, but next weekend most of the normal activities of life resume.  This break has been the exact opposite of last year.  This has been one of the most  relaxing breaks I can remember.  Part of that was due to the snow storm which just wiped out some plans.  Such is life.  We have all enjoyed our week of relative unstructured and unscheduled time, and of course the holiday spent with family.  Next week, we are traveling to visit Andrew's family and ring in the new year with them.  Hopefully the weather will cooperate and not cause any problems!