26 March 2022 ANOTHER Snow!

ANOTHER Snow!

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We almost didn’t believe the forecast was calling for another snow. But it was true!

Thankfully, this was the best kind of snow- fluffy, quick to come down, and quick to melt. It didn’t cause any issues.

Remi had spent the night with my mom (she let us enjoy our anniversary evening), and she didn’t even want to go play in it! She said she had enough snow in the last 3 times we got it! ha!

But Puddin’ sure loved it this time around! He kept ringing his bell to go outside and walk around in it.

And the next morning before it melted, it sure made for a pretty sunrise!


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16 February 2022 Snowed in at Mimi’s

Snowed in at Mimi’s

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We had snow and ice in the forecast, and for several reasons, we decided to move over to Mimi’s house for a few days. First, she has a generator, so if we got ice, we wouldn’t be without heat and power over there. Second, I knew I would still be working at home (and Tyler would have to go in), so I would have Mimi to hang with Remi. Third, it got us closer to town, so Tyler’s icy drive would be shorter.

I joked it was a trip to a ski chalet, because we packed so many cold clothes! ha!

It was mostly ice with a layer of snow on top. We had a funny time trying to find something to sled with. Cardboard box, stadium seat, trash bag (works at Gigi’s house, but I think this hill wasn’t steep enough!), and finally got an innertube to work for a time or two- then it popped. ha!

But we totally got to stay and play for these days. Remi enjoyed getting every toy Mimi has out and playing with it. And it was SO helpful to have someone to entertain her while I worked.

The last afternoon we were there and it was starting to melt, these two went out to ride her little car in the snow. They had a blast!

I’m grateful to have family nearby for all of this help!


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24 January 2022 Snow Day!

Snow Day!

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As were were driving back from Hot Springs, it started snowing. We got home at just the right time when it was starting to accumulate. Remi was busy playing with her new toys, but we bundled up to venture out into the snow before it got dark.

While it was still snowing and blowing, it was pretty cold, so we didn’t stay out long.

But Remi totally took an opportunity to throw snowballs, make snow angels…

And diving head first into the snow!

We came in and had hot chocolate, and then before bed, we made snow cream. It’s a snow day must! (Remi wanted to add oreos. She cracked us up saying “oreos add just a little zip to it”)

It snowed more overnight, and Remi woke us up SO excited, saying “MOM! DAD! Come see outside! It’s going to be MAGICAL! IT IS MAGICAL!” So after breakfast, we went back out to play and sled.

Gigi’s hill is PERFECT for sledding. We use giant trash bags and Remi uses her sled. It’s so fun!

And we HAD to build a snowman. He was little (because it wasn’t great packing snow), but she loved him.

Mimi came over to play- and she was a great sport to crawl into the climbing dome to help Remi climb with her gloves on.

I love this little rosy cheeked baby. She is so much fun, and watching her enjoy the snow makes it even more magical! We don’t get snow too often, but for a little girl who has PRAYED for it to snow- she was thrilled.


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26 February 2021 EVEN MORE SNOW

EVEN MORE SNOW

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I can not believe how much snow we got! Thankfully, the second round only dropped a few more inches on us (Central Arkansas got the brunt of it! I saw friends have over a foot of snow…which is unheard of in Arkansas!).

Since hardly any of the first round had melted, we got about 8-9 inches total.

We did get plenty of snow fun in this second round, too. If you give an Arkansan snow, they’re gonna play in it!

Remi was getting tired of being home- which was evident as I tried to work and she couldn’t go more than 10 minutes without coming in and needing attention…so we sent her to Mimi’s for the night/day. Thankfully, Tyler can drive in the snow/ice, so we safely got her there to play.

It was just what she needed! Lots of attention, new toys and scenery.

While she was gone, I took a couple long snow walks. I also needed some fresh air and sunshine.

On Friday, the weather was PERFECT for playing in the (melting) snow. We decided to make a Remi-sized snowman. It was very fun (and the biggest snowman I’ve ever been able to make!).

We also had a big snowball fight down the driveway. So much fun!

Lastly, Remi was VERY into snow soccer. She’s committed to her sport!

I was glad and sad to see it melt. It’s been fun, but I’m ready for Spring- long walks, hiking, being able to leave my house whenever I want…..but the snow was certainly a once-in-a-lifetime snow storm for our state.


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