Day Five

Last night I had so many ideas of what to write about today. Can't remember a single one! Evidently they just weren't worth writing about, so I'll wing it.

You know, it is so easy to forget about the beauty of winter when we are complaining about the snow, wind and cold, and don't forget the icy roads.

Winter it self is probably one of the most beautiful seasons of all. Every bird that flies is highlighted by the white background and the crystal blue skyline. Every evergreen variety looks brighter and healthier. The color in the children's faces and the joy reflected there as they are building snowmen or sledding or skating. What could bring more happiness to a person's heart and soul.

Too bad that it is also the longest season, think about it, it starts in one year and doesn't end until the next. No other season has that distiction. It is all made well worth it when the Christmas lights and decorations come out. Other holidays have deocrations but they are not the same. They don't reflect off of anything, there is no constant glow when there is no snow falling around them and they just aren't as much fun to drive around and look at.

I took some pictures of the hoar frost the other morning. Even the most bizarre, strange and ugle trees and bushes become such a sight, it almost takes your breath away. It is like frosting on a beautiful cake meant to be shared with everyone, and best of all, it's FREE.

Don't get me wrong, winter is not my favorite season. When you can't change something you might as well try to find the good in it. So many of my family were born in the winter months, so no matter what there is always a positive about it.

Here is the thought for the day: If you could paint a picture of one day in winter, what would you paint? Would it be a raging blizzard or a scene of people coming together to enjoy a bon fire and the company of each other?