Spring Time Snow!

According, to the calendar it is officially spring! Recently, we have been spoiled with many beautiful spring like days! However, Mother Nature had other ideas for many parts of the country this weekend...bringing a winter snow storm and plenty of snow for many! In the St. Louis area, we didn't receive very much snow...maybe two inches, but certainly enough for our little family to have fun this morning. Recently, I was tempted to pack away Kyle's snow suit and snow boots and I'm very happy I didn't since they came in handy this morning.

It takes Kyle a few minutes to "warm up" to the snow, but really enjoys himself once he does. The snow was perfect for building a snowman since it was wet snow. I'm certain, our snowman isn't the best around, but we did attempt to "dress" him up with a hat, scarves, arms, eyes, and mouth. Hopefully, this will be our last taste of winter and we can look forward to the spring/summer months.

Winter Wonderland

The Spence's Winter Wonderland

Late yesterday and into the late evening hours the snow really began coming down. This means, a second snow day in a row for Kyle's preschool. Unfortunately, John went to work yesterday and today so he hasn't had the opportunity to enjoy the snow. This morning I wanted to put Kyle in his snow suit to do some more playing in the snow, but he had other ideas. Kyle immediately saw the snow suit exit the closet and he had a complete meltdown. I didn't want to push the issue so I assume we will be staying inside.

According to my highly accurate, sophisticated snow measuring device (yes a yard stick), we received approximately 5.5 inches of snow. I'm positive this measurement is 100% accurate...LOL! If you are in snow terriority, how much snow did you receive and where do you live?

Do Dogs Love Snow?

If Chloe, our Bichon Frise, had to answer the question in the title of the post, I'm positive her answer would be NO...even though she has on her cute little snowflake sweater. Being a "southern" dog at heart she hasn't adjusted to life in the snow. I didn't want her to feel left out so she had a mini photo shoot in the snow just like Kyle. By seeing Chloe in the pictures she looks as if she may be enjoying it, but remember pictures can be deceiving...especially of little dogs! Do your pets enjoy being outside in the snow?

Fun In The Snow

No Preschool = Fun In The Snow

The STL area has been under a winter weather warning since last night due to the pending snow and sleet projected for the area. We were notified last night that Kyle's preschool was cancelled due to the weather. Being a southern girl, I get very excited about the first significant snowfall each winter. I was really looking forward to getting Kyle dressed in his new snow suit for a fun morning of playing in LOTS of snow. I do have to say, I was a bit disappointed since we didn't get as much snow as anticipated. However, it didn't stop me from getting Kyle prepared to play outside. A little more winter weather is expected this afternoon so maybe we will have more to play in later today or tomorrow.

Kyle suited up and ready to play...

well, he is debating if he wants to play in the snow.

Well, this isn't so bad after all!

Do I really want to touch the snow?

Oh, this is fun!

OK, I've had enough...Can we go inside now?

Wiping the snow off his boots before going inside. It was fun, but I'm done!

Let It Snow

Today, we had our first snowfall of the winter season. Granted, it only slightly covered the ground and didn't require any work on our part...ie..shoveling the driveway, but it was still snow! Not enough for Kyle to play in, but it was really pretty while it was coming down.

We did venture out in the "blizzard" to buy Kyle a snowsuit and snow boots. John was totally convinced he could use the same suit and boots from last year. I really didn't think it was possible, but I just wanted to humor him. We tried on his suit from last year and I really wish I had taken a picture of Kyle. It was truely a funny sight...the snowsuit was so small and the pants were so short. We didn't bother trying on his shoes knowing they were two sizes too small. It is amazing how expensive snow suits are given the fact he will only wear it a handful of times! Now that Kyle is totally prepared for the first true "blizzard" of the season....bring on the snow!

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like....

EASTER!!

Is it really supposed to snow on Easter Sunday??? Apparently, the answer is yes. See the picture below for proof!!

My Little Munchkin's Easter excitement to come later today...please stay tuned!!

Snow Day!!

This post is all about weather! This entry actually occurred on Friday, February 1st, but since I hadn’t entered the world of blogging then, I’m posting it today. This particular day Kyle had yet another 1st…his 1st official “Snow Day” from school. Daddy also had the day off from work so we all ventured out into the snow and had a little fun. Kyle enjoys playing in the snow for the first ten minutes or so and then he is “all done”. I will share a few pictures of Kyle modeling his new snow suit and his snow boots.

Having Fun in the Snow!

Mommy and "My Little Munchkin"

The first couple of snowfalls of the year are always exciting. I sure am hoping the St. Louis area is "all done" with snowfall for the year. I'm so looking forward to spring...more to come on this subject later this week.

As for today...our nursery rhyme of the day is..."Rain Rain Go Away, Come Again Some Other Day..."