Look what old man Winter brought our way today! I know this is not a new thing to many of you, but those of us who grew up in the South aren’t very used to seeing the white stuff around here. It’s a novelty for sure. From the news reports, just about the whole state got some flurries and a few inches, as well as Georgia.
So, of course I had to document it for the records. This is definitely the first snow we’ve had since we moved here 2 years ago and we were trying to remember the last snow we got in the Southeast. I know it’s been a few years. After a mild start to our Winter, we weren’t sure we would get any blustery weather this year. It’s cold…and a great day to stay inside and snuggle down with some good books.
You can see it’s not very much snow really, but the kids all around us sure had fun playing in it. This is our frontyard after it stopped snowing.
The kids next door managed to put together a pretty awesome snowman, in spite of the rather sparse amount of snow we have on the ground. I don’t think it will last long.
So, I’m really glad I took the opportunity to stop by the library and pick up some books to read last week. This kind of weather is just the best for cozying up in a chair or on the sofa with lots of books around. From fiction to non-fiction, decorating to beauty, I think I’ll be set for a couple of weeks reading material.
Snow Days and Good Books
Jodi Picoult was recommended to me, so I’m trying her out for the first time, as was Anne George, who writes the Southern Sisters novels. Anyone read those? They are set in the South (this first one I picked up is in Birmingham) and it’s quite entertaining to read a novel that names all the places in the city you live, like Vulcan, Mountain Brook, Red Mountain. Entertaining mystery with Southern camp thrown in, I think I’ll enjoy them.
Natalee Holloway was a Mountain Brook girl from Birmingham, so I picked up this book that her dad wrote. She disappeared just a few months before we moved to Birmingham & this case drew me in from the beginning. It has been such a tragedy that her disappearance has never been solved and I have always felt badly for her parents. It is such a shame that the Aruban government did not get to the bottom of this case!
Flea Market Style, Southern Style, and a Lynette Jennings (remember her?) book! Oh yeah, I think I’ll be busy for awhile. I’ve read about The Beauty Bible author online, so this one sounds interesting too. All about beauty products and who doesn’t need more tips in that area?
OH! And wait til you see the new diningroom light fixture I found on Friday in Homewood! It is absolutely perfect, a great deal & I just got it hung up there today. I can’t wait to tell you all about it…it is gorgeous! Yes, I have been a busy girl!
I’m so looking forward to reading more books this year. When you’re working, there’s hardly time to do that and I dearly love to read. I can see a hot cup of chocolate and a throw in my future! Are you reading anything good this month?
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hoganfe says
Rhonda your little snowman is darling!
xo
mary
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Michelle says
Rhoda, so tragic about Natalee. B’ham was home for me for many years during my childhood. I love reading about your travels in my old stomping grounds (Homewood, Mountain Brook, Vestavia, etc.)
Andi says
It’s not often you see a snowman in Birmingham!!! Perfect day to curl up with a good book and it looks like you have quite a few to choose from. Enjoy!
Judy says
Hey Rhoda! I’ll try to comment in some kind of order here. I love all the books you pictured. I have not yet bought Southern Style but have thought about picking it up. Most of the decorating books I’ve bought in the last year I order through Amazon..they can be a little less expensive bought used.
Oh, the snow! I ran around outside this morning snapping away in my jammies and hair clip but the photos did not turn out. Glad Shannon and I went to B’ham yesterday and had such lovely weather.
I got the ribbon last weekend at a store in Andalusia called “Loot”. They had quite a number of spools left Friday night. If you think you might be interested, I’ll get Judy to check to see if they have more or you can call them to see if they have anymore. I’ll have her go by and pick them up…she’s up here at least once a month and could bring it. They are real nice at that store.
Been meaning to ask what kind of camera you use. I got a new Kodak Easy Share but my flash doesn’t seem to work nearly as good as yours.
I thought about you yesterday when we went to B’ham but knew we wouldn’t be able to visit so I’ll save that trip for when I come by myself.
You are always an inspiration to me. I’ve got a lot of projects on the back burner because of you!
Take care my friend – Judy
Jacki says
I love your statuary with snow on it. Funny you mention books – I went to the library today and picked up a couple of Miss Read books (life in a small English village). I agree, it’s hard to find the time to read when you work. But oh, how I am enjoying my non-working time!
justabeachkat says
Awwwwww….snow! Love it. No snow here though. Just cold rain.
Great day to blog and read.
Hugs!
Kat
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NY Mary says
Rhoda, I never knew it snowed in Alabama! I was so suprised to see snow on your blog.
I went to my library book sale Fri. night and picked up Billie Letts book, Shoot the Moon. I read Where the Heart Is, and loved it. Also, Elizabeth Berg’s True to Form. Also, some healthy cookbooks…all in brand new conditon for 1.00 each. I know how you love a bargain too!
Enjoy your books and be sure to pass on any beauty secrets..
Bebe says
Hi Rhoda!
Just finding your blog for the first time and I’m so glad I did! Everything is so pretty and we have so much in common! Besides being Georgia girls, (I know you’re in AL now, but once a peach always a peach!) we also share a love of antiques, flea-marketing, flowers, beauty….kindred-souls! 🙂
Loved looking at your snow pics ~ haven’t seen any of the white stuff over here on the Georgia coast yet, but it is supposed to be chilly for the next couple of days. Brrrr…
I’ve added you to my faves and I’ll be back over from time to time to see what pretties you’ve posted! Love the Southernness that just flows through your blog!!
Blissfully, Bebe 🙂
francie says
Wow, snow in Alabama! I love the south, my family is from the south and I long to go back but I really think I’d miss snow. How often do you get snow down there?
Francie
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Francie of The Scented Cottage says
Ohhh Rhoda…and I was shivering at our frozen fountain !!! All I can say is brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. We have fires going in our fireplaces trying to keep cozy.
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Mary says
Love your snow pictures, Rhoda! I will think of you this weekend all snug from the cold with your books! 🙂
xoxo,
Mary
Erin says
Jodi Picoult is one of my very favorite authors and I have been so lucky to attend two of her book signings – you must read The Pact. Have fun with the snow! Great night to snuggle in front of the fire!
Classic Charm says
Rhoda,
Great books you have there…sounds like a relaxing time…and I know what you mean..ain’t much time for us working girls – ha!
The snow looks lovely…it’s FREEZING cold here, my truck registered -3 today, burrr….
Can’t wait to see your dining room light fixture!
Hugs,
Rose
Sandi @the WhistleStop Cafe says
You are on the ball girl! You had your pictures posted before the snow melted… and that is really saying something.
I have enjoyed several of Ann George’s novels, you do have to have a southern sense of humor. Beth Twitty was on Oprah the other day… did you get to see it? She has been graceful through it all.
Donna says
Hi Rhoda,
Cute little snowman you managed to put together! Your selection of books look great. I love curling up with a good book when the weather is cold outside.
Have a good day!
Donna
the feathered nest says
It actually snowed quite a bit here too, plus it was 10 degrees this morning! Brrr!
Lynette whatever happened to her? She used to have such a nice show. Enjoy being in your cozy home reading all those wonderful books!
Manuela
BailiwickDesigns says
I wish we’d get some snow! It’s a rare treat for us, but it usually happens at least once during the winter. (Although there’s been none so far this winter.) There’s nothing better than a pile of good books on a blustery day, while sitting next to a window.
Jill
Valerie says
Luv checking your blog every onece in a while; you have such flair.
I have read a couple of Jodi Piccoult’s books and loved each of them. The Anne George books are cute, too. My 13-year old daughter had her daughter as a middle school teacher one year (for some reason I don’t think Anne George is her real name; I could be very wrong). Wasn’t the snow fun yesterday?
joan says
Hi Rhoda,
Stay warm and toasty. I have read that Beauty Bible before and she tells you what expensive beauty items are worth the price and what cheaper ones are just as good. It’s pretty interesting if you like makeup like I do. Your other books look good also. I just got done reading Between Sundays by Karen Kingsbury, such a good book and highly recommend it.
PAT says
I cannot believe ya’ll had snow, Rhoda! We are having chilly temps but no snow. I remember snow falling once, when I lived in Louisiana. It was an amazing sight. Also saw snow in Nashville, when I was living there. It snowed all night and was gone by noon.
I can’t wait to see the new light fixture!
Pat