Yes, we live in Maine. Maine is code for "long, cold winter". Cold as in really cold. As in negative temperatures cold. That lasts forever and causes our pipes to freeze a dozen times so far (grr). But, you know what? As long as you have the right gear, cold isn't really that bad. We know. Because we're outside daily, regardless of the weather. Winter is too beautiful to enjoy from inside. Getting out in it, smelling the fresh air, hearing the stillness matched with the crunch of the snow beneath your feet just opens your mind to open-ended thoughts. How I love to let my mind travel. And all that exercise totally earns you an extra dessert.
As I mentioned, we're out in it daily. In our boots, on snowshoes on sleds, sometimes skis or skates. Sometimes snowpants and sometimes impromptu play that we never even properly dressed for. Something fun, yes, but nothing with any motor other than what our own two feet can power us to do. I hardly take the camera, as there's no suitable place to set it when I want to be having fun. So I most often choose fun over the camera.
Wow, that looks C-O-L-D! But fun! I think my favorite part of winter up north would be all the hot cocoa you get to drink! Stay toasty, y'all!
ReplyDeleteOh you are such good parents to give your children the gift of the beauty of the outdoors for a lifetime of happy. Little tiny snowshoes I LOVE it. You know how much I love snow shoes and being outside.Oh this post makes my heart sing. I need to get out today. My girls love the outdoors too it is truly a gift that will keep on giving. Good job. Hug B
ReplyDeleteI have a hard time with winter - I couldn't hack it in Maine (although I've visited there in winter and had a good time - it was only for a week). Glad you're enjoying it though!
ReplyDeleteI love your pictures and think it is great that you get your kids out and soak up the beauty. However this southern girl would die!! I am not a fan or snow and cold cold temps. Down here the schools close for single digit temps no snow necessary. If we get a dusting of snow you can bet the schools are closed and the grocery stores will be bare. You would find it comical.
ReplyDeleteWonderful fun! I like winter so. I love that you take your goats on walks with you. We used to do that. I was the crazy lady checking her rural mailbox every day with the goats in tow. lol That brings make great memories. Thanks for taking us along on your winter walk. :-)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos! I tend to be a bit of a hermit in the winter (for shame)! I have always wanted to do the snowshoe thing... I think winter becomes more bearable if you have a sport or activity attached to it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing glimpses of your winter fun!
xoxo
What an incredible life you are sharing with your children. I am sure your mom looks down on all of you with great pride.
ReplyDeleteAwww...beautiful photos! So true that it is definitely tolerable with the right gear. I don't mind the cold or the snow at all. It's so pretty. I just don't like the ice. :)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, it really is so beautiful! I am in love with the shots of the goats by the frozen water with your house in the background. They are so pretty! It's awesome that you get out into the snow and have fun. It would be a long winter stuck inside all the time, that's for sure.
ReplyDeletePS - I knew Buttons would like this post :)