Snow storm

Last week the local news hyped an impending snow storm beyond belief. Usually the first big chance for snow causes quite a stir around the area. The local forecasters usually over-predict the first snow storm of the winter each year and I’m left disappointed. I’m happy to say this year they got it right.

They were calling for 10-16 inches of snow for our area and 14-19 for Roanoke. I stated before the storm came that I expected 6-8 inches. Now that’s still a significant amount for this area, but not the massive quantities the weathermen were predicting. The snow came and we ended up with between 12 and 15 inches at our house. I’m amazed by how accurate they were for a change. Additionally, my parents in Roanoke got between 14 and 18 inches. All around the meteorologists did a good job this time.

Chloe, Salvacion and I went out and played in the snow. It was a little dry on top, but underneath was good, wet packed stuff. The second day of fun was even better because the snow had had some time in the sun and moistened on top. It was easy to roll snowman sized balls of snow that day.

Playing in the snow is fun, but the double bonus was getting an extra day and a half off from work due to the weather. Although my pay isn’t the highest for my profession, it’s hard to deny the benefits. I say bring on more snow – winter has just begun.