A Classic Storm

For hours and hours television stations reported every little weather update. Was this to be a top ten storm for the region or perhaps a top five storm?

At a number of places around the state T.V. reporters braved the elements to deliver a first-hand report. Attired in snow gear, multiple layers of clothing,wool hats, and heavy mittens they all looked cold and wet. The ferocity of the wind, the surge of the tide, and the snow totals—the more dramatic the consequences the more news coverage.

At its peak 400,000 people were without electricity. The shelters in Boston provided beds for 1600 homeless people.

A ban on driving allowed snowplow operators to try and keep up with the storm. They did a remarkable job with the major roads.

I live in a small town with lots of small winding narrow streets—many impassable after a storm this large—a blizzard.

By 10:30 this morning the snow stopped in our area. By twelve the sun appeared and the snow looked so pristine and amicable.

It takes a long time to "unpack" a vehicle encased in snow—especially when the temperature hovers in the twenties and the wind hasn't totally dissipated.

I looked out my window after we had finally parked our cars in a "passable" spot and watched the next door youngster truly enjoying the snow.

A mantra for wondering when all the streets will be cleared—

By letting go ( releasing) it all gets done.
Lao Tzu

Buried cars !

Simple joy