First Snow

The village had a contest to see who could guess when we would get the first 3 inches of snow for the season; well today is the day. We could get 6-8 inches today. The kids are already sledding down Chalet Hill and have had 100 snow ball fights. So much excitement for something that will be on the ground for the next 6 months.

The wonder of snow at Holden is that it holds nothing up and provides everyone with new opportunities. No cars to drive, no one is ever late to work. The kids sled down the hill to get to school. Previously mundane paths suddenly become winter wonderlands. We hike, walk, ski, snowshoe and then come back to good warm food. The lack of sunlight does not seem to bother anyone. We live in a beautiful place.