Monday, February 26, 2007
 
We finally got a real snowstorm and it was probably the most perfect snowstorm anyone could have wished for. The snow was wet and perfect for packing into snowballs and snowmen and igloos. And that also meant it was perfect sledding snow. But the best part of all was the temperature outside was right around 40 degrees so despite all the wet snow we weren't cold and could stay outside in the stuff longer. So we spent a good two hours in the snow this morning and then my friend Darlene brought her kids down and they took the big boys out for another two hours. What a fabulous snowy day. I even got my snow sundaes this year!
Anyway, while we were outside playing I thought, "God sure knows how to make a good toy." And the more I think about it, the more I'm convinced. Cause first of all--you never out-grow God's toys. Playing in the snow, swimming in the ocean, digging in the sand, climbing and swinging in the trees and jumping in the leaves anyone can do whether they're one or one hundred and it is always fun. Plus you never get bored with them because they are only temporary, always changing with the seasons. And yet, you know they'll always come back so you don't worry about saying goodbye to them. And just when you're thinking you are ready for something new to play with, the weather changes and so do the toys. And the best part is, the mess is always outside so you rarely have to worry about cleaning up or tripping over them or having them clutter up your house. And of course, they aren't just fun to play with but they are good for you too. Think of all the exercise and fresh air you get while playing with a toy God made. And even better than that--there's more than enough for everyone so sharing is hardly ever a problem. Gosh! Who knew God was such a great toy designer? Makes me want to throw away all the toys my kids are sick of and send them out to play in God's playroom a little more often. Afterall, today was the best time we've had in weeks!
posted by Shana # 1:34 PM 
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