Christmas Snow Storm in Vermont

Snowstorm in the evening at Mrs. White's Vermont Estate

A few days ago, we had a heavy snow storm which lasted for days.  Beautiful, peaceful snow fell  day and night.   We lost phone service the first morning.  It was restored by afternoon.  Next, the Internet went out.  This was not working for a couple of days.  We were grateful for the warmth of our cozy wood stove.  We enjoyed the beautiful view out the front picture window.

Papa has already decorated the property with Christmas lights. To make me happy, one snowy evening, he turned on the lights of our outdoor Christmas tree.  Then he had me go outside with him to see the amazing sights.

Christmas Tree at Mrs. White's Vermont Home

 Papa brings out our Christmas tree, from his garage, every year and sets it up out front. He built a special stand to hold it securely in place.  The very large Christmas trees, behind it, are heavy with snow.  They have grown too tall for him to decorate.  They make our 6 - foot tall artificial one look tiny by comparison!

Papa took these pictures with his own camera.  This morning I asked if I could share them with you here.  We spent quite a bit of time figuring out how to get the pictures from his camera to my computer.  We did not understand the fancy technology, but finally discovered an easy way to do it.  We simply took out his memory card and placed it into an attachment which then plugged into my computer.  I thanked Papa for letting me share his pictures.

One of the things that make me smile are the sights of Christmas. They are so peaceful and cheerful.  In the evening, as I walk in the parlour, setting things to right, Papa will say, "look outside and see your Christmas tree."  This means he has turned on the lights.  I love to see them!

The snow outside is thick and heavy. We have enormous snowbanks all through town. It is classic Vermont at this time of year.  I hope to find a small nativity to set up on my sideboard table.  I want to start getting things ready indoors for a happy Christmas season.  This makes the children and grandchildren delighted with home and family.  It is a special time of serving others and helping to bring happiness to those around us.

We will be singing a lot of Christmas Carols. Our favorites are "The First Noel" and "Silent Night."  I want the grandchildren to learn them all and to love them just as we do.

This is the time to bake cookies and make fudge. This is the greatest season to practice homemaking and hospitality.  We welcome guests out of the cold winter world.  We usher them in to sit by the warmth of the firelight. We offer them coffee, hot soup, and fresh bread.  We give them a place to rest and to delight in the prettiness of the season. 

All worries are pushed aside.  We give our troubles to the Lord, in prayer, and then we go about our home-keeping. We remember to "do all to the glory of God."  This will give us peace and joy, as it cheers the hearts of our families.

May you have a blessed December.

Mrs. White


From the Archives -

Eight years ago, Mister sets up the lights on our Large Christmas Trees while I keep house.

 An evening of good wishes and a beautiful song, 2012  - Christmas in Vermont.

Lessons from my Childhood - Manners Learned at the Finishing School.

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