Hey there, my friends, how are you today? How is your week? My week has been wonderful so far, intentionally giving thanks to our Lord, has made it so. Toward the end of the day on Thursday, snow made its way into our neck of the woods. The day began pretty much like most days during the fall season; a bit cloudy and gloomy and dark. The rains came through around mid-morning, which slowly turned into snow. By late afternoon, the snow had settled on the rooftops, trees and grass, making the roads a little slick. Most drivers know by now that caution must be exercised, or else accidents will make an occurrence. Novice snow drivers will learn very quickly to take care.

Throughout the night and into this morning, it continued to snow. The meteorologists say throughout the day the winds will pick up, along with some more lake effect snow; a blustery, snowy day will be felt by all in my neck of the woods. The temperature will raise to a mere 29°, but of course with the winds, 19° is all the warmth that will be felt. Did I already tell you, I’m from the Caribbean? St. Lucia is just a few degrees north of the equator. The average temperature all year is 85°. But guess where I live; not in St. Lucia, that’s for sure.


Sometimes, on days like these, my thoughts travel back to our time back in St. Lucia. Back to the days spent on the beach, enjoying the waves, because in spite of the fact that St. Lucia is surrounded by water, I still can’t swim. Yes, music, sunshine and the sounds of the lapping waves, can you see it? Is it surprising that somehow when your environment isn’t what you want, conveniently you remember only the good about days gone by; you know… the good ‘ole’ days.

Does this sound like a familiar people in the Bible? I suppose people, are people, are people, after all, it matters not what the century.

Today, I’ve chosen not to do as the Israelites did back in Exodus 14 and 16. Go ahead, read their story for yourself, the links have been attached. Don’t you just love technology?

Today as I sat at my window, (Jazz chose another window) I choose to admire the Lord’s handiwork. The snow brings with it almost otherworldly experience. The silence is soothing and peaceful, almost as if you are the only person in the world. The snow cushions the sounds of the vehicles as they pass by, of the voices of people and even the chirping of the birds. It’s so beautiful as it swirls from side to side before falling gently to the ground. The tree branches are almost entirely coated in white giving the appearance of eerie ghost arms reaching to the heavens or bending to the ground.

Today, I thank the Lord for the snow, I’ll dress in layers while still maintaining the cuteness and chicness for work; because in spite of the beauty of the snow…. I still don’t like to be cold.

How are you doing? What’s your weather like today?

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40 responses to “SNOWING… AND I LOVE IT”
Oh goodness Brenda! Moving from the Caribbean to a snow state had to be a shock to your system! Brrr!!! 🥶❄️ I would freeze to death! I would be like a bear retreating to my cave and not poke my head out till warmer weather showed up! I’m a southerner who just about hibernates every winter here in the south! 🙂 🐻
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It was certainly colder than I ever thought possible 🙂 🙂 Nothing prepared me for this 🙂 But our God is certainly faithful and provided many opportunities to enjoy this weather
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We have a chance of snow here in Alabama overnight, but I’ll believe it when I see it. 🙂 We rarely get snow. But we do get some dipping temperatures!
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🙂 🙂 🙂 I did not know it snowed ever in Alabama; thanks for enlightening me 🙂 I wouldn’t mind the snow if I lived in Alabama, because I know that by the next day it’s gone 🙂 🙂
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Nice! God is so good. That’s the second time today that I’ve received that verse about grace abounding. The Holy Spirit always does that after I have made a blunder. He gives me something to comfort me. Isn’t God so awesome!?
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yes!!! Yes He most certainly is 🙂 Perfection is the goal, but the process can sometimes be a tad messy. But God…
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Yes indeed! I’m thankful for the “But God…” What would we do without Him!!!??? We are assured that we are not impossible! Keep on running, right? 😀 Thanks for popping by, Brenda. ❤
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Definitely my pleasure 🙂 we will trust the Lord together
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No snow in the forecast for south Mississippi. The last time it snowed here was January of 2018. It was beautiful. When my children were young we would make snowmen and slide down the slope of our yard on cardboard (I was a lot younger then, too). Now I just like to enjoy its serene beauty and I go to great pains not to mess it up. It reminds me to be thankful for the serenity that God gives through Jesus Christ, even when I mess up.
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wo and amen 🙂 I absolutely love this; the analogy in the beauty of the snow is great. Love it the beauty the Lord brings out of the messes we’ve made. thank you for this comment
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So far no snow but the forecast is by early next week we will have snow. The older I get the more I hate the cold, but the snow is so beautiful! What I love is that I’m told that each snowflake is different! Just like us – God does love variety – even in snow flakes.
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amen, even in there we must know that our Lord is a God of beauty. He brings that wonder our way, in what He allows in our lives even the snow
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Lovely post Brenda! We had a heat wave for two days & today its winter again! Crazy weather in our Auzzie Springtime! Just crazy!
Blessings,
Jennifer
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oh the changes that our fall and spring temperatures d bring our way 🙂 🙂 But what to do, but enjoy it and surrender to the Lord of Beauty
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I’m good with snow until it causes a mess! Lol
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amen 🙂 I am fine with snow until I have to go out in it 🙂 🙂 🙂 but we can’t stay indoors, so enjoy it I must, because life must be lived 🙂
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I am the same way! I loved seeing it through the pictures when I was living in Florida. Being back in Connecticut and having to shovel and clean up after it…not so much! But it is beautiful!
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🙂 🙂 Oh yes the novelty wears off quickly 🙂
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We can all escape to our warm memories of a place we call Home. St Lucia sounds beautiful.
The snow that fell here on Wednesday is still with us.
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🙂 🙂 this season such change that at times, the beauty in the change can easily be lost, if our eyes are not fixed on the Heavenly Father
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Beautiful pictures, and message! Way to have a positive attitude 🙌. It is cold here, but still sunny. I will try and have your positive outlook as the snow starts to make an appearance.
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🙂 🙂 I think the constant repetition to ourselves of the goodness of God certainly helps (when I remember). May we always remember
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We have snow too! The kids were so excited when they woke up and not only had the snow stayed, but more was falling! I am enjoying our snow as well. It is absolutely beautiful and when it’s falling it feels….lovely. And while I don’t like the cold, I am happy and satisfied with our beautiful weather. Thankfulness…I am thankful for the beauty of God’s creation and I am thankful for this day that He has made. I have finally found a new level of contentedness and I’m praying for it to continue 😉 God Bless!
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amen my friend 🙂 I am with you on being content with my lot 🙂 Sometimes wishing for different or more, make us miss the beauty in the present; may the Lord be with us
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Wow! Beautiful pictures 😍 it is cold here. I like snow for pictures only.
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amen and amen and AMEN!! 🙂 🙂 🙂 I want fall temperatures back 🙂 🙂 🙂 prayerfully, sooner rather later 🙂
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Haaahaa. I am not sure that’s going to happen.
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Does not seem like it 🙂 🙂
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I like snow especially big snows that cause snow days fro schools because I can stay home, watch movies, drink hot chocolate and go out and play in the snow.
Do you go camping in the snow? lol
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Play in the snow?? Go CAMPING in the snow??? I do not think so 🙂 🙂 🙂
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Your snow pictures are beautiful! Wish we had more snow here right now. I figure, if it’s cold, we may as well have the benefit of snow to play in. 🙂
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yesssssssss… although I not a fan of the snow, the two should come together 🙂 🙂 I usually don’t mind the fresh, white snow, but after a while, I need the sun to peek through
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Hey! It is supposed to snow sometime soon around here! I enjoy having all four seasons but I love having all four seasons. I agree with you though! It’s easy to think of other moments in the present circumstance. I am guilty of this! Blessings!
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I do believe we are all guilty of this at one time or another. But praise the Lord for His awesome faithfulness, 🥰 reminding ourselves that God is always with us will definitely help in this.
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I don’t like snow because of the cold, but I like to see its whiteness and purity. We are cool today and have a cold front with possible snow coming on Tuesday.
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This is early even by our standards, usually we expect snow around thanksgiving, but snow is here and more snow is expected next week. I do pray that thanksgiving will be my pattern of life 😀 God bless you
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I just moved 20 hours from home, and it snowed back home yesterday. I miss the first snow of the year. I don’t think I’ll get as big of a hype down here.
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20 hours is quite the distance, I surely do understand the memories that come with ‘home’. But we know and sometimes just need a reminder that where we are God is surely there. I just need to always remember that
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God has definitely shown me that I am where I am supposed to be!
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amen
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