Could It Be...

...yes, it's MORE snow! We're under another "Winter Storm Warning" until tomorrow morning with the possibility of total accumulations up to 9 additional inches. OK, Mother Nature, hello, are you listening...we've had enough snow this year! It was attractive the first few times, but I do believe we're fully aware of what snow looks like. Can you please send Spring flowers and warmer temps??

Enjoying The Day With My 3 Valentines!

We decided to spend our Valentine's Day together as a family snow tubing at Snow Trails in Mansfield, Ohio. We had an incredible afternoon! Was it cold--abosolutely! Were the lines ridiculously long--absolutely! Did we make memories to last a life time--absolutely! We waited in line for half hour or so each run only to race down the track in mere seconds. Our first trip down the trails we hooked together; holding onto one another's tubes as we twisted and turned our way down the hill. Trey and Alexander opted to belly slide the next time while Noah and I went tantem--SNOW much fun! On the third trip down, I was finally brave enough to venture on my own and LOVED it! I think I spent more time travelling backward, but it was crazy, fun!

The snow lines were ridiculously long; in fact, at one point and time, there were no tubes remaining for the people still waiting in line to enter the ski lodge! Crazy, busy, but OH, so worth it!

We waited in line for quite some time before making it to the conveyor lift up the hill. Noah, above, resting inside his tube (stacked on top of Trey's) waiting for Dad to pull him along.

The boys enjoying their ride up the hill. The skiers were flying down the hill next to us--amazing to watch! We found a gentleman decked out in his cowboy hat and affectionately deemed him "Cowboy Man"--he was fun to watch!
























Noah and I in 2nd lane from the left barrelling down the hill!

My three handsome, and slightly frozen, Valentines. Happy Valentine's Day to you and yours!

Have Snow, Will Shovel!!

We ventured out after lunch and decided to remove "Round 1" from our driveway and sidewalks. Trey has a snowblower from his Dad, but with him in CA, I've not a clue how to work his toy. So, we used good 'ol elbow grease! One of our neighbors was thoughtful and shoveled our sidewalks for us--thanks! Today's snowfall is much lighter than the snow that fell over the weekend making shoveling much easier!

Once we finished shoveling at our home, the boys ventured to our neighbor's house and started the process all over again.

But It Didn't Make a Single Sound!

Our snowfall amounts don't begin to compare to what our Maryland friends are enduring, but for Central Ohio--this is a LOT of snow! We received approximately a foot of snow last Friday into Saturday (boys were bummed that it didn't involve a snow day). And, today, more snow is falling--I'm estimating between 3"-4" so far with an expected amount close to 8" when all is done. Shockingly, we awoke this morning to the news--SNOW DAY! Westerville rarely delays school, let alone cancels, so we're excited to enjoy a very rare snow day!

Glancing out the window, I noticed several Robins perched in the trees. To me, Robins are a sign of Spring...do you think they're lost? Confused at the very least! I'm certain that Spring isn't in the air today!

Our backyard

Shoot Two!

Alexander up and scoring two! Unfortunately, their opponent outscored the Blackhawks and the boys had to endure another loss.

Drawing the foul and shooting another two! Great "D"! It's hard to believe that 13 1/2 years ago, I held this big kid in my arms. I can't believe how much he's grown. His size 12+ shoe doesn't look huge on the court, but it supports a 5'11" 13 year old frame! I'm amazed at Alexander's size and still wonder where the height came from... At any rate, his size is wonderful for the sports he enjoys--football & basketball!

It doesn't matter if Alexander's on the court, or bench, he's watching each play intently and yelling encouragement to his teammates. Alexander, we thoroughly enjoy your games each Saturday. You're playing VERY well and Mom and Dad couldn't be more proud of you!

Way to go #5!!