Snow, Snowman and Snowstorms

In the last one month, the temperature has been dropping gradually. For the last two weeks or so it has been below zero constantly. Last weekend we had a snowstorm, that went on for two days. The freezing rain and chill made matters worse and turned the roads into ice, which meant I was pretty much stuck at home. Though I hate the cold, I have gotten used to it over the last few years. I don't really mind, as long as I don't have to drive and if I can stay home. It becomes a mess if I need to get out and do something. Things are pretty much comfortable inside the comfort of my home, except maybe the occasional thought about the high electric bill I will receive at the end of this month, because I run the heater, to beat the cold.

The first time i saw snow, was four years ago. I remember how excited I was. It was past midnight and I saw these flakes falling from the sky. I stepped out of the house and stood outside and just felt the flakes fall on my body. Hopefully no one was around because it was past midnight, or else they would have thought i was nuts. By the next day we had close to 2 feet of snow. Once again, in the dead of night, I stepped outside and took a walk in the snow. I did not bother to wear shoes as I thought it was only a small walk in my front yard. How stupid of me. A few meters away, my legs began to feel numb. When i looked down, I noticed that the slipper on my right leg was missing. It had slipped off into the snow and my legs were so numb that I did not notice it. The next five minutes were spent frantically trying to locate my missing slipper. I crawled and dug through the snow before I found it. By the time I ran back inside, my legs could not hold me any longer and I almost collapsed on the floor. I ran into the bath tub and let warm water flow all over my legs. I have never stepped out without shoes after that.

I probably will not see snow again, in the near future. This time I decided to make the best use of it and so we built a snowman. We even made snowballs and threw it at each other and towards the road, just for thrills. Having said that, it is hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner. Next week this time will be Christmas. I am however, running off from Indianapolis and away from the snow and cold. I am going to spend my Christmas and New Years in the sunshine state, Florida. I need to enjoy the warm climate, the lovely beaches, pretty women and of course, some good food. Maybe take a trip to Disney world if possible. So, I guess I will catch you all in 2008. Meanwhile, where ever you are, have an awesome Christmas and may you have a great start to the new year. I sincerely hope that in this new year, all your dreams and wishes come true.

I love you all. Cheers...!!