I know it is cold and windy, but Oscar, my little dog, and I took our early morning walk at 6:45 am.  It was just light enough to see.  The wind was swirling everywhere and there were snowflakes in the air. It brought out the puppy in Oscar as he frolicked and chased the snowflakes trying to catch one.  I admit it brought out the child in me as I ran and laughed with him. Such a simple joy, but what a way to start the day.  

When we got back to the house, I built up a nice fire for A.J.  He is cold most of the time, but he is trying to get better.  He even sipped a little coffee this morning.

Then I did my favorite thing for the first snow.  I took off my shoes and socks and walked barefoot in the snow.  It's O.K. I know I am crazy, but I have done this since I was quite young and it makes me tough enough to face the winter.

May life bring you some simple joys.    Love, Franny