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.
I enjoy checking out cook books at the library. I just returned 2 of Paula Deen’s Celebration books with great recipes and entertaining ideas. Also Taste of Home All Time favorite Casseroles……I need to check some more out….maybe I can get the chance to tomorrow.
Love the snow too! We have about 5 inches and we don’t get snow that often here in NC either. About an hour north of us always seems to get it…
There is nothing better than reading on a snowing day…
Penny
Hi,
What a nice array of books. I used to love watching Lynnette Jennings show. I read My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi…oh my what a book. I love her writing style. I don’t know Ann George…will have to check her out.
Sorry I can’t get excited about snow…living in the NE 🙁 but I’m glad you had fun with it !!
Take care,
Kathy 🙂
We had a lot of fun with the snow this weekend…and a lot of snowmen living in our neighborhood as well! I love Jodi Picoult – I love her! I hope you enjoy her books, too.
Getting snow must be a special treat when it isn’t a regular thing as it is here in New England.
Right now I am enjoying Under the Tuscan Sun by Francis Mayes. I also just read French Tea by Carole Manchester. I’ll write about it soon on my blog.
Carrie
Haha, you’re welcome for the snow!!
Hi Rhoda,
Your book selection looks like a great way to spend a weekend!
Is that a new Lynette Jennings book? I have been wondering what happened to Lynette. I used to love her show.
Hi Rhoda,
Thanks for the great snow pix. It reminds me of my days growing up in NY (Long Island). I know how rare it is for there to be snow in AL — wow! I live in CA now, and rain is about all we ever see, so thanks for the memories.
I just finished reading a book written by a Southern writer, Vera Jane Cook, called Dancing Backward in Paradise that I thoroughly enjoyed! The story is set in Tennessee and New York in the 60’s,and is about a young girl’s journey to find herself.
It’s a really good read — hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Cheers,
Linda
Wow Snow in Alabama huh??? Now let me just tell ya Rhoda the snowman is cute but a bit too skinny don’t you think??? But hey I know y’all don’t get much snow in AL at all so whatever you get is good! -V
I absolutely ADORE the Southern Sisters books by Anne George. I still mourn the death of that wonderful woman who gave such life to these two characters. If you’ve not listened to them on audio, do so. The reader is wonderful and has both Mary Alice and Patricia Anne down pat.