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A few years ago I was leaving my job at the time, it was dark outside and snowing. As I walked to my car I paused for a second and put my face up towards the sky and closed my eyes. The cold snow flakes hit my cheeks, eyes, and lips. It was dead silent and I felt as if I were the only person in the world.  Every worry I had been feeling was instantly gone. It was such a peaceful but eerie feeling. I just stood there and watched the snow fall for a few minutes. It was just me and the falling snow. It was beautiful. 

A couple nights ago it was snowing as I went to bed. I laid down and thought about the snow falling outside. I couldn't help but crawl out of bed, go over to the window and peak outside (I felt like a little kid haha).  It looked beautiful. I'm not the biggest fan of snow but those quiet moments watching it fall always makes living in the snow so worth it. 

Life gets busy sometimes and its easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of it. I need to work harder at stopping and taking in the beauty around me. Taking a deep breath and enjoying those small moments that open my eyes to how blessed I am. I need more "standing in the snow in the dark" moments...even if its a little chilly sometimes. :)

A very blurry cant even tell its snowing picture I took from my bedroom window...I promise it was snowing though :)

Until next time...

Holly 

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