Weekend Update

Some random thoughts while quietly awaiting "The Blizzard of 2007 pt. 2"... Even though I've now lived in VT for the majority of my adult life, I still think there are few things cooler than the buzz associated with a potentially big snowstorm. As it would be in most areas, the storm ends up being the lead on the news, and a front page story in the paper. But the difference here is that although everyone has the same concerns about travel/warmth/safety/etc, no one can hide their excitement. People want it to snow, and there is something that is so cool about that. Like being a little kid again and praying for a snow day. Having lived in Boston for several years, I can say that that city gets the same buzz when the Red Sox are playing well. There is an absolutely tangible and infectious feeling that seems to take over, and everyone has a little extra smile and energy.

I have this cool browser plugin for weather -- that's what I call a forecast!

When compared with the more significant challenges we face in life, extra powder to ski and the success or failure of the Sox are of relatively little importance, of course. With that said though, I love those activities for allowing me to temporarily block out the stresses of life by focusing energy on some uncomplicated fun. I hope you have some similar pursuits.

Speaking of uncomplicated fun, Ally and Ty have just discovered a HUGE box of Legos (a gift from their elder cousin Ian...thanks!) and are really into them. Not sure I've seen them so focused on a toy as they have been recently with these. I've just given myself a short break from work to help them put together a Lego house (complete with helicopter landing pad). Uncomplicated fun. :-) Now back to my day job...

Enjoy your weekend!