Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow...

Well, it finally happened. On December 9th we finally got our first snowfall here in Rochester, MN. While no one truly loves the snow, I have to say that I am very glad it's here. It really makes things feel more festive and holidayish to have a coating of bright, white snow on the ground.

We spent our afternoon yesterday playing in the snow with our little boy. We are officially calling this his first snow experience since he was clearly too little to enjoy and/or remember it last year. In a word, it was priceless. Pretty sure that Ryder thought snow was the coolest thing, ever! Jason waiting to take him outside until I got up (I worked overnights all weekend so I had to sleep for a few hours when I got home yesterday morning) which was so thoughtful of him. He knew that I didn't want to miss a moment of Ryder's first time in the snow.

I crawled out of bed around 2pm, which coincided perfectly with Ryder as he was waking up from his nap at the same time. After shaking the cobwebs out of my brain I quickly threw on some warm clothes and boots before getting little man ready for the snow. We were expecting a full out battle trying to get him all bundled up in his snowpants and boots but surprisingly he didn't mind at all. He sat patiently while we got him dressed up, and then it was go time!

Looking pretty cute in his new snow pants!

Not sure what to think at this point...

 I have to say, our little man looked pretty darn cute all bundled up in his snow gear. His first few steps with his snow boots on were a little sketchy, but after he got the hang of it he did great. It was only a couple of minutes before he was running around like a crazy person! While we were outside we helped daddy shovel the snow off of the deck and sidewalk. We also visited the neighbors. And, of course, I took an obscene amount of pictures! We were able to get some great pictures for our 2012 Christmas cards, though, so it was all worth it.

I hope that you are all enjoying the snow as much as we are. Much Love - Danielle

This was Ryder's reaction when I asked him what he thought about the snow...

Already throwing snowballs at mommy!

Loving the snow!

First snow angel

Where to Begin?

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That is the magic question, isn't it? Because, after all, it's been MONTHS since I have updated this thing. And let me tell you, a LOT has changed in those months (which is probably why I have strayed off track from the blogging world...). I got a new job, I entered graduate school, and our growing little baby has officially made the transition to incredibly busy toddler. Oh, and we got a cat! <-- More to come on that later...

Life has been a whirlwind. Life has been crazy. Life has been wonderful!

I'm working night shifts this weekend so am planning to use my down-time (if I get any) to listen to Frank Sinatra croon on my Pandora holiday station and update this silly blog. Stay tuned.

Much Love - Danielle