The older I get the more I dislike winter. I'm cold all the time. I'm scared to death that I will fall. The snow no longer looks pretty to me. What the heck is wrong me?
So, I decided to revert back to when my children were young. I had two girls and two boys. When winter arrived the girls - especially the oldest one - loved to make snow forts complete with roof, windows and shelves. Her sister who is only 11 and 1/2 months younger followed suit.
Today, the oldest still is uniquely talented in so many ways. Not that she's builds snow forts, but she loves to put her talent to work in so many other ways. Her sister not so much, but she has other terrific traits including confidence. Not that the other daughter doesn't but she is more doubting in her abilities. I've often told her I wish I had as much talent as she does.
Now the two boys are different too. The oldest is more interested in how things are put together or develop. He's a go-getter and always has been. And, besides he's always succeeded in whatever  avenue he chose.
His brother, who is three years younger - is nicknamed "Per" short for personality. He also is knowledgeable in many, many ways. He has a good job, but he is satisfied with the "little things" in life. Not that that's so bad.
The bottom line here is that I have two daughters and two sons, who are extremely different people. But they certainly have the same father, whom I have been married to for 60 years.
Of course, in my mind the intelligence comes from their father and their outgoing disposition comes from their mother. I guess I doubt myself too.
I believe these traits are the same in any family. But as I sit here at the computer and look out at the snow that fell last night it just brought back those memories of my daughters building snow forts when they were young.
Here's to a pretty winter, but darn let's get spring here in a hurry.

Here I sit at my computer awaiting the time to leave for a covered dish luncheon. A broccoli cheese casserole is heating in the oven. My donation to the luncheon.
Oops, just received a computer message from the president of the club I belong to that due to some possible nasty weather the luncheon is postponed or may even be cancelled for awhile. We'll see. The only good thing is my vegetable dish is already for dinner. So there is always a silver lining.
I try my darnest to think positive about the winter weather, but I must say it isn't that easy. When I was younger I took it in my stride. Then when my husband retired after 40 years with GE we spent 21 years going to Florida for the winter. That is until 2010 when we were lucky to sell our condominium.
My husband was deemed legally blind - something he has accepted far more than I could. He can no longer drive his car. So, I am of course the designated driver.
The Association for the Blind has helped tremendously. It was his opthomologist, Dr. Paul, that contacted them.
A lovely woman came to the house with all kind of gadgets to make his life easier. He has a large lighted magnifying glass which he uses all the time to read the paper. And even glasses that look like binoculars for watching TV.
She put larger letters on our computer keys. Gave him a calendar with large lettering and even all kinds of kitchen utensils to make his life easier. And, I must admit I use them too.
The bottom line why should I complain about the cold weather or any storms. He has much more to handle than I do.
I promise to look on the brighter side no matter how difficult it can be at times.

I don't know how many women actually like pro football not just for the half-time show or the commercials. But for the game itself.
I am a full-blown lady football watcher.
For the last week I prepared several varieties of cookies. I also mixed an onion dip today (Saturday). Took out the things I will need to make a pot of chili to go over hotdogs on rolls.
I have informed just about everyone I know that as soon as all the hype comes on early Sunday afternoon I will be sitting in front of our TV screen. What better place to be when it's freezing cold outside and a crackling fire is going in our fireplace. And best of all it is gas so there is no need to stoke the wood.
I watched pro football every Sunday without missing one game. I would say to my husband Sundays are my favorite days. He watches, too but he is not as dedicated as I am.
So tonight I am getting a good night's sleep (I hope) so I'll be prepared for the big Super Bowl game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens.
As of right now I want the Ravens to win, but who knows I may change my mind at game time. After all that is a woman's right. Right?
The New York Giants are my team, but they won last year. So it's only right that someone else gets a chance.
Oops got to go. My oven just rang. My second batch of cookies are ready.
Let's go Ravens!!!