Another snow storm is forcasted for Thursday. Here is what we can expect according to Accuweather – heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow and sleet accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of one tenth to one quarter of an inch possible from late Wednesday night through Friday afternoon. Those of you who live in the northern parts of the 48 or in Canada might think 3 – 6 inches is just a baby snowstorm, but to me here in southeastern Pennsylvania, it is a major headache. UGH!
First there is the whole shoveling deal. Neither my husband nor I are able to shovel snow due to health reasons. Thankfully, we have wonderful family, friends, and neighbors who will come and clear the snow for us, but it is a reminder of what we can’t do. Having to take help from others is a humbling experience, but it is a lesson we all need to learn at some point.
Then there is school. We have used all of our snow days, so moving forward any bad weather results in a virtual learning day. I totally understand that, but teaching virtually presents a different set of challenges (as most of you know). Did I bring home everything I needed? Will the wifi be working? Couple that with my shoveling anxieties and not much sleeping happens when we are on “snow watch.”
In addition there is the stress of knowing that my husband and children need to navigate the slippery streets to get to work. Only one of them is working from home. A mother never gets over the need to know that all her cubs are safely back in their dens. I still make my adult children text me to let me know everyone in their homes have made it home safely.
Don’t get me wrong; if all I had to do was stay home safe and warm on the couch watching the silent snow gently drift down, I would think it just lovely. Unfortunately, that isn’t how it works. The beauty of snow is wonderful until you have deal with its aftermath. It is the not knowing, the uncertainty that causes me to stop liking snow after the second or third storm.
If Mother Nature is reading this post, please let this be the last snow of the season. I am ready for some warmer temperatures and sights of spring.
Rita DiCarne 
With virtual learning now one would think the snow days would be more predictable and sensical. However, the last two snow events they called us in only to be dismissed in the middle of the snowy squalls with already inches on the ground. I can relate to your trepidations! I was stuck half way up a hill not knowing how to finish getting up. Thankfully I kept my calm and managed up. Spring is on the way now with the lengthened days. May it come sooner to your neck of the woods!
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I so hope mother nature is listening!
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Oh, Rita, I feel your pain. How well I remember snow days (when we still had to go in) from when I was teaching. Now, I can laugh at the snow, enjoy it from my window and remain at home, safe and sound. Good luck! Hope it’s not too bad. Rita
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This mother can totally relate to your need to know “all her cubs are safely back in their dens.” The highlight of my day today was when my daughter was told the store where she works was closed due to weather and road conditions. Phew! Here’s hoping the next storm gives you a miss! Hang in there!
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I love your ending, wishing one of the readers of your post is Mother Nature herself! Great ending. I also like this line: A mother never gets over the need to know that all her cubs are safely back in their dens.
Your slide nicely points out the perils of snow. If only you could sit and enjoy watching it fall, sipping some coco. Be safe and stay warm.
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