Christmas Cheer After the Snowstorm

Christmas Tree with a deer, after a storm at Mrs. White's Home in Vermont. (Dec. 2023)

We had a major snowstorm the other day.  Schools were closed in many areas of the state. The snow was heavy and thick. It fell steadily all through the night.

The next morning, just after the sun was up, I asked my husband to please turn the light on our outdoor Christmas tree and deer. These have been placed on the front grounds of our 2 acre property, here in rural Vermont.    

Once the light was on, I went outside with my camera. I walked carefully among the trees, creating a little path towards the cheerful display.  There were fallen tree branches in our driveway. The power lines were heavy with snow.  There was plenty to worry about. But the beauty of the scene was captivating.

In the quiet of the morning, there was a sense of peace.

Later that night, my husband, who has a better quality camera than mine, offered to get an evening view of the Christmas scene.  

 

Photo by Mr. White: Evening view of our Christmas Tree. (Dec. 2023)

The snowy landscape, and the quiet rural village, are charming this time of year.  I am finding such peace and happiness just looking out the window or walking in the snow.  

This simple display reminds me of an old time Christmas.  In my childhood home, decorations were very minimal and old fashioned. Our humble home was clean and welcoming. There were no Christmas lights on the outside of the house.  The only thing you saw, in many of the homes in my Massachusetts neighborhood, was a Christmas tree in the living room window.   Back inside, the only other decoration was a nativity scene which was displayed on top of the piano.  This quietness and modesty in seasonal decor was beautiful in its simplicity and kept our focus on what Christmas meant to all of us.

This is the time of year when many seek to spread cheer and goodness.  It is heartwarming.

May you have a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year!

Blessings

Mrs. White

From the Archives -

Peaceful old time Living - Quiet Duties of Home.  

What Many of Us Crave - An Ordinary Life at Home.

Taking Care of the Family - A Covered Bridge and Graceful Living in Rural Vermont. 

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