This year, I’m going to be linking up to Andrea every other Tuesday for her Show and Tell Tuesdays :). Andrea was telling me about this idea way back in December and I just love, love, loved it, so I’m super happy to be participating today. I missed the first few due to our trip to China, but I’m here now.
Just so you know, here is what’s coming up this year on Show and Tell Tuesdays…
Today, she’s asking us to pick our Groundhog Day…you know, that day that you would pick to do over and over and over again (like the movie Groundhog Day).
I thought long and hard about this…because if I’m saying I would do this day over and over again for the rest of my life, it needs to be a good one.
A little disclaimer…the day I picked does not have Ashby in it. I picked a day from 2013 (before we adopted), so please indulge me in saying that I would pick this day but would include Ashby. We’re pretending, right? Let’s pretend Ashby can be with us too :).
The day I would repeat over and over again is
December 6, 2013.
We had the perfect snow day…
This ended up being such a great day for several reasons:
1. When it snows in North Texas, we shut things down. No school, no work, no leaving your house…all fun.
2. It was at the beginning of the Christmas season, so our house was decorated, we had holiday movies to watch, a tree in our living room, cocoa to drink, Christmas goodies to bake, carols to listen to…it was so nice. Typically, our snow days fall in January and February, so it was super festive to have one before Christmas.
3. The four of us (we’re going to pretend that it would be the five of us if this day was on repeat) played in the snow, sat by the fire, baked cookies, and stayed cozy all day.
It was the perfect day :).
This would be my Groundhog Day.
I was with my family.
My house was decorated for Christmas.
I ate cookies.
I didn’t have to get out of my sweats or put on makeup.
It was cozy.
There you have it! To read the full post and see other pics, click here.
In two weeks, Show and Tell is about how we met our mate and got engaged…ahhh..here’s a brief bit…I ended up paying for our engagement dinner myself :). You’ll have to come back to hear the rest.
Thanks Andrea! I can’t wait to read all of them!
Don’t forget my foodie blog today…
…my Mexican Minestrone.
Tomorrow, I’m blogging about our first month with Ashby. See you then!
XO
Maren Hall Arnold says
Snow days are the best! Add in Christmas decorations and cookies…that's some great family time.
Jen says
We had the most amazing snow day yesterday and it's definitely a day I would love to re-live. If I could change one thing though it would be before Christmas. Am I the only one who appreciates snow more during the Christmas season?! Haha 🙂
Looking forward to reading your engagement story at the next link up 🙂
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
YES! I remember that day well! It was super fun! AND I'M ITCHING FOR A SNOW DAY THIS YEAR!!!!!!!
Narci says
Aw! What a gray snow day that was! I can't wait for our first snow day in our new house and Ashby's first snow day! 🙂
Blue-Eyed Bride says
I love a snow day or two in the south! It's always so memorable and fun and it doesn't last all winter. Ha! Love your memory!
kimm atwood says
I am hoping for a snow day this year. They are far and few between in nc
Macy Strozier says
Looks so much fun. Where I live, there is NO snow 🙁
Erika Slaughter says
I'm ready for a 2015 snow day!!!
Slightly Askew Designs says
Again with the soul sisters, thing!!! 🙂 I soooooooooooo want a snow day again…. but it doesn't look like it's going to happen. I'm considering "snowing in" my family one weekend coming up… fake snow, cocoa, jammies, etc. If it's not giong to snow for real, I may have to take matters into my own hands. hahaha Love you, friend!!!
Paula says
Great idea!
Paula says
Sweet memory! The best are impromptu days of togetherness.
Liz says
Your snow day sounds wonderful! I went back and read your rat post and I'm absolutely horrified. You guys handled that like champs! And the person with the snake infestation…..just kill now. Just the though makes me feel sick. I'd have to move. Like out of the state. No way!
melissabunny100 says
I live in Chicago, I had a snow day Sunday, the first time I have had a day where I did not leave my condo in about 10 years….I liked it for a change!
Lauren Nelson says
Love today's post and I must agree this way a perfect day! I live not too far from you and we did pretty much the same thing and I still remember those snowy days like they were yesterday.
V @ X-tremely V says
What a great day! We don't get many days in Ohio where it is warm enough to play in the snow on a snow day. It is usually in the negatives 🙁
I can't wait to hear about your story with Andrew! I actually asked my husband out on our first date and paid! lol!
cristina villalba says
Our ground hog day would be my sons 10th and 6th birthdays. We had the opposite weather LOL we live in miami but had the same heart, a day of family and friends. We celebrated it at Boomers, which is now closed, and we had so much fun! My husband and I both got to do a special ride with each of the kids on our own…when I close my eyes all I see are smiling faces, sunshine and wind. Best day.
Anonymous says
Shay! I just adore your blog! My family and I live 20 miles north of Boston, and this is our second snow day in a row! My daughter's Pre-K has been cancelled for the second Tuesday in a row! She told me today that she loves being home with me, but that she can't wait to get back to playing with her friends!
Deana Ziev
Erin says
Awwww I absolutely love this! What a sweet day with your awesome family 🙂 As I read it I was definitely picturing the 5 of you.
Amanda says
I love it ! Christmas Decorations are wonderful. I'm glad you're joining in on the link up : )
Haley Southey says
Such sweet memories!! LOVE this February post!
Alison Morrissey says
We had the best snow day on Monday. The Patriots won the Super Bowl with 20 seconds left on the clock! Then no school or work on Monday. We slept in, went sledding, made crafts and had mix and match mama pancakes for breakfast. It really was an awesome day!
Jennifer Forsyth says
Hi, Shay, just wanted to tell ya that I made the Cherry Berry Cobler that you posted and Oh.My.Word is that ever delicious and easy! Love your blog so much. All the best to you and your family of 5! As for snow days I live in Winnipeg,Manitoba, Canada and we have months of snow and never have a snow day!
Two Babies and Me says
I love snow days! Add family and holiday cheer and it is a perfect day!
Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says
Your groundhog day sounds wonderful. Since hubby is a teacher, we love snow days around here. We had a ton last year, but only one so far this year. 🙂
Jaren says
I remember you blogging that day and thinking about how it really was a perfect day! Fun series! I may have to join y'all for one or two!