I've not been active on this blog for the past month. And that's because I'm hunkered in from winter.
For weeks the temperatures have been bitterly cold and made it difficult to spend extra time outside. We've had a few storms and even a power outage. But the last storm predicted took a turn and missed us completely. Other than the wind that blew previous snow around.
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| looking for the perfect spot to roll in fresh snow |
I was really happy to see January go and have been enjoying the more mild temperatures that have arrived this February. The horses too have been out soaking up the sun.
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| My snow shoes have created a path for Cordelia and I to have our daily walks. |
I probably should be using this time to advantage and create my goals for next year. Instead I am baking.
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| ginger crinkles |
And reading. And going to my various fitness classes so I don't turn into a total flabby blob. The weather has turned mild (for February) and there's nothing on the horizon for weather (at least for now). It does make me dream of thawing and getting back in the saddle. February for the past few years have been busy with horse incidents (Quaid's hoof puncture, the truck catching fire while trailering) so I'm happy for the calm. I have moments of envy of people with an indoor. And I know I could trailer there but I don't really want to trailer on snowy roads.
So the holding pattern stays for a few more weeks. We do have a trip south planned for the end of March which is something to look forward to.
Hunkered down here too. And my go to when cabin fever hits is baking. I think it's a cookie day.
ReplyDeleteIt’s such a great way to pass time.
DeleteI sometimes envy those with indoor arenas (and my friends who take their horses south for winter.) But a winter break can be good for the soul. Horses don’t mind. It might even be good for them. I did start back to it, but only because we have such a warm winter over here. Very unusual for us. I am taking it slow, though, and using it as time to explore new (and old) concepts that get T into a more relaxed emotional state. As my trainer always said, whatever you leave solid will be there for you when you start back up. I think that is very true.
ReplyDeleteI agree even with an indoor, some days are too cold.
DeleteGotta be honest, spending this time baking sounds way more restorative restful and satisfying than just about anything else! Fingers cross the temps stay more bearable for y’all!!
ReplyDeletelol. Things are looking up.
DeleteTo me, baking is a winter sport, lol. Being hunkered in in weather like this isn't a bad thing.
ReplyDeleteI believe I was meant to hibernate lol
DeleteFingers crossed for a mild, QUIET February. See you on the other side!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the down time!
ReplyDeleteI'm finding motivation difficult at the moment for a variety of reasons. Warmer days with more daylight will come soon enough - that'll help!