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The wind on her face

by Judy Schwartz Haley

I hate the wind, but Gem takes a different approach. She has a way of reminding me to look for another perspective.

Last week the wind was still cold, but it was also exhilarating.

Of course, being able to nuzzle into Daddy’s coat just makes it that [...]

Snow falls softly

by Judy Schwartz Haley

black and white photos of falling snow [...]

First world problems: snow edition

by Judy Schwartz Haley

I didn’t mind the snowstorm much at all. It was a minor inconvenience, combined with a bevy of benefits. My husband at home for a few extra days. Family play time in the snow. A little girl’s first snowman. Soup with grilled sandwiches. Hot chocolate (Gem would be sure to verify that her’s was [...]

Snow Angel

by Judy Schwartz Haley

It’s not her first snow, but perhaps the first she remembers.

She offers up snowballs as precious gifts, then tosses them up in the air like so much confetti, squealing and laughing as the snow tickles her face.

And when she catches a snowflake on her glove, she blows it away, and says [...]