Monday, January 25, 2016

Snowed In

What a weekend! We've been snowed in since Friday night and have quite enjoyed it AND it's another snow day here today.  Like most of the surrounding areas by us on the east coast we got nailed by the winter storm and enjoyed the blizzard all weekend long - it started snowing here Friday evening earlier than they thought and went until late Saturday night - about 28 hours total and about 28 inches - one of our biggest storms and the biggest in a long while.  Some hours we had two inches/hour coming down and as usual with winter/rain storms, I was addicted to the news broadcasts all weekend long.

We snapped these pictures Friday night as it was just starting and barely ventured out again until Sunday. I'm so glad we did, it was so quiet and the snow was gorgeous falling.

We grabbed dinner and drinks Friday night just as it was starting and thanks to the floor to ceiling windows we were able to enjoy watching while we were out.  About an inch fell in that short time and the roads were completely covered so we made our two minute drive home and hunkered down.  I baked some muffins for breakfast the next day, we facetimed friends who were also snowed in and enjoyed some cocktails.  We knew the snow the next day would be over Stella's head so we took her out for a little playtime late before bed and I'm glad we did - the snow was coming down hard and it was such a pretty sight.


Saturday was the ultimate snow day - we ate all the snow food (muffins & quiche, grilled cheese & tomato soup and then some apps and potato soup for dinner), binge tv watched, napped, etc.  We woke up like little kids running around to see all the snow that had come overnight - about a foot - we couldn't get out through our garage, deck door or back door so it was all up to the front door and with the snow drifts the snow was even piling up on our front porch! I caught myself many time just sitting and watching the snow heavily fall.  The wind was outrageous with the snow flying e.v.e.r.y.w.h.e.r.e. it was crazy.


Yesterday we finally got plowed out a bit but it was another day of being snowed in, enjoying the laziness and hanging out.  We're on the go so much that we had the best time just being "stuck" at home and enjoying each other as well as being so lazy.  Our foyer is a mess with old rugs and towels out, we lost Stella a few times out there because she's so little - Derek had to start just carrying her out to the street to potty and the snow would get matted in her fur so it took us forever to dry her each time but other than all that we've loved this whole blizzard thing.  Stella was in heaven playing in the white stuff too.

This very well might be the biggest snow we have while we're in this house so I had to document all the "snow" pictures.  Our neighborhood after plowing, Stella watching if fall and Derek and Stella taking a quick snow walk.

The snow drifts were insane - our deck has snow up to my neck in some parts, our covered front porch was even covered with snow and we quickly learned Saturday morning that we wouldn't be taking Stella out via the garage - this was just over a foot.

If the blizzard hit you this weekend, I hope you enjoyed it too and if not I hope you had a great weekend! Cheers to a new week and already a short one!


Linking up with Biana & Meghan this lovely Monday.


42 comments:

  1. Snow food is the best! I always use snowstorms as an excuse to eat wonderful junk food! Stay warm!!

    Christina :: Simple and Delish

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  2. SO MUCH SNOW! I have to say, I am a bit jealous. I would love to experience a big storm like that! Love all the pictures, espeically the ones with the snow flying everywhere. I love tracking storms, too, I would have been parked in front of the TV watching everything! Sounds like you had a fabulous weekend, hope you have another great snow day.

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  3. The Today Show kept mentioning all of the crazy wind speeds that were with this storm! I can't believe how tall some of the snow drifts were! Glad y'all were able to get out to enjoy the snow and to just have time to enjoy each other :)
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

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  4. Which Ugg boots do you have? I've been wondering if they made Uggs that would be good snow boots and could get wet! Thanks!

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  5. We got about 3 inches which is less than they predicted but school is still closed today. Ha ha! We ventured out on Saturday evening for dinner and target. No one was out. It was awesome!! We are such rebels, but being from the north we know how to handle it. Glad you enjoyed your snowy weekend!

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  6. Snow days really are the best and then you just sort of want the snow to go away! So glad you guys relaxed and really got to enjoy the weekend! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  7. You guys got so much snow! Sounds like you had the perfect snowy weekend- being cozy, eating lots of food, and playing in the snow!

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  8. I'm so glad you got a nice, relaxing weekend! This Texas girl is freezing just LOOKING at these pictures. Texas literally SHUTS IT DOWN with the mere mention of snow or ice. In fact, our school district was closed last year for straight-up ice. No joke. ;) Hope you enjoy your snow day again today!

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  9. OMG I am so jealous of your snowy weekend! It looks like so much fun although I know it can be quite the pain in the butt! The pictures of you guys out in the snow storm is absolutely crazy! Glad you stayed safe and warm! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  10. so much snow! i don't miss that haha. but you guys got some cute photos! and who doesn't love being snowed in for a day or two? also snow has the best lighting. lol

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  11. Oh my goodness a llllllll the snow! We had about 2 feet here with lots of snow drifts, too! Stella is way cute on the snow.

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  12. So much snow!! We never get that kind of snow in Oklahoma--if we get snow at all, it comes after a sheet of ice is on the roads so it's never any fun.

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  13. Sounds like a fun couple of days. :)

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  14. This looks like so much fun!!!! So glad you're enjoying it!

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  15. How sweet are these pictures! Love your cute pup!!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  16. Wow, that is a lot of snow! BUt it is great to look that you had some fun after!

    xo,
    Abby of Life in the Fash Lane

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  17. WOW that is crazy!! I have to admit, I could not handle East Coast snow storms!!! Although the snow day at home with yummy soups and homemade goodies sounds fun!

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  18. I love that you guys made the best of all the snow and being snowed in - it actually looks like fun! A weekend of naps and relaxation sounds pretty great, too. Enjoy another snow day today!

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  19. The only thing I miss about the cold weather and the snow is being "stuck" at home and being snowed in, so cozy and relaxing! Loving the pics of you guys in the snow, and look at Stella - adorable! Glad you guys enjoyed such a relaxing weekend, and yay for another snow day <3
    Green Fashionista

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  20. Oh my gosh, you guys got seriously hit! I love the pictures though. And Stella looks so happy in the snow.

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  21. OMG that is so much snow!! I love your pictures! They are so fab!! I was so hoping for a snow day but it didn't happen. I think we got less than five inches which really is like a dusting now. hahaha

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  22. Snow days are the best! I don't think I could live somewhere where we would get blizzards and a ton of snow, but it would be great to vacation in the snow. :)

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  23. 28 inches - wow!! What a great weekend. I always loved getting "snowed in" with big storms when we lived in CT - especially when it fell over a weekend, and I didn't have to worry about work. All of your "snow food" sounds amazing!

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  24. Yep, my jealousy is growing stronger by the second! Haha. We didn't get any snow whatsoever... only the bitter cold and CRAAAAZY winds on Saturday. Now it's right back to normal today - sunny and highs in the 50's. I would SO love some snow this season, but we only see it every few years. Fingers crossed anyway! :o)

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  25. Looks like y'all definitely made the most out of being snowed in! I loved seeing all of the instagrams of y'all enjoying the crazy weather! It looked like Stella enjoyed the adventures outside too!

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  26. Man! And I thought we had a ton of snow the day after Christmas! Ours was nothing compare to this! Glad y'all were able to enjoy it rather than be miserable in it! :)

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  27. SO MUCH SNOW!!!!!! I love it and all the pictures y'all took. Hope that you're still enjoying your snow days and that you don't have any cabin fever yet. Meanwhile, I'll enjoy my 65 degree, sunny day ;)

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  28. Wow that is some serious snow!!! Stella is so cute too. I'm glad that you guys made the best of it and had some fun too. :-)

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  29. Seriously so much snow!!! It sounds like y'all were able to enjoy it..our cabin fever started to set in yesterday and we just had to get out! xo, S
    Belle in the City

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  30. I can't get over how much snow fell! Its crazy. Looks like you had a great weekend, despite all the snow! Hope you have a great week!

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  31. We had a lot of snow here but not 28"! So glad you all enjoyed it :) Our weekend was filled with fun in the snow, Netflix and lots of good food too! Sometimes a cozy weekend like that is just what the doctor ordered ;)!
    Kelsey
    www.thepeacockroost.com

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  32. Wowza look at the white winterland! It's great that you guys went outside to enjoy it instead staying cooped up inside.

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  33. So much fun! We got icy rain but no snow sadly :( Stella looks adorable!

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  34. You got some awesome pictures of the snow while it was falling! How were you able to capture it? Flash?

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  35. These pictures are nuts!!! The pictures from Friday are so pretty and the flakes are huge! So glad y'all got to spend some time bundled up at home and relax.

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  36. So much snow! I'm glad you had a good cozy blizzard weekend! I was glued to the news forecasts too!

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  37. CUTEST SNOW DAY PHOTOS EVER!
    http://makingrestorations.blogspot.com

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  38. I am so jealous of all this snow!!! Love, love, love it. Look how fun and cute y'all look in it!

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  39. Ah LOVE the name Stella. She looks like a Stella! Looks like ya'll had a blast. Your pictures are great quality. What kind of camera do you use?

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  40. We're in northern VA and we got slammed! We also had the best time being snowed in and cooking up delicious food. Our poor goldendoodle keeps getting in trouble though because every time we go outside, she pulls as hard as she can because she just wants to take off hopping through the snow!

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  41. I can't believe how much snow you guys got!! I have to tell you... I'm pretty obsessed with the snow pictures. They are THE BEST. :)

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