I Survived.

November 23, 2010 was forcasted to be one of the worst storms we've had in Utah for years. It was supposed to hit anywhere from 3-5pm and be the coldest, worst blizzard we've ever had. Of course, it has to be the week of Thanksgiving when everyone is traveling home for the holiday. Everything was closing early and everyone was scrambling to run to the store to get the necessities and rushing to get home before the storm hit. Well 3 o'clock came and went along with 4 o'clock. Finally by around 5:30pm or so, it started to snow. Well they were correct about the storm but the estimation of the amount and severity was a little off. The amount of snow was that impressive and it wasn't any different from any storm I've ever seen. Was I disappointed? A little, but not really. I was just looking forward to the biggest, worst storm ever cause apparently I've never seen one. But, I guess I'll just have to wait another 21 years to hopefully see the biggest, worst storm ever. But, at least I can now say, I've survived the blizzard of 2010.

Ah! The Fresh Smell of Winter

The weather was absolutely fabulous today. I'm not usually one for cold weather but today for some reason I just loved being outside. Taking a breath and having my insides freeze. Going out of my way to step on an extra crunchy leaf. The sky may be cloudy and gray but honestly, I love it. I love the gray sky with the snow covered mountains and the red, orange and yellow leaves in the distance. I really want to go for a drive and just take it all in. I want to snuggle up and watch a movie. I just want to sit and enjoy the environment around me. I want time to do the things I want to do. But alas, who has the time. I usually hate walking to school and to classes but today, it was great. Those few precious minutes are really the only time that I have to enjoy nature and everyday it's getting more and more beautiful. I don't think there could be a more beautiful back drop. This is why I love Utah. You get it all. Yeah the weather is crazy and we get the extremes but honestly, I love everything about it. I love the hot summer sun and the cold winter moon. I love the changes. I love seeing snow on the top of the mountains and like I already said, the colorful leaves falling and being crushed under my feet.

Also this time of year makes me think of how grateful I am and how much more grateful I should be. I'm so grateful for everything I have. I got to work today and was talking to a coworker, complaining how I didn't want to be at work. He then said, "I love our job! We have probably the best job on campus! There are way worse jobs that we could have and we get to have this one!" Ok, then came the guilt. I should be way more grateful. I don't think I realize the many blessings I do have and that I take for granted everyday. I just spend my days complaining about everything I don't have and wish I did. Think how much happier I'd be everyday if I always remembered the blessings I have.