Homemaking on a Snowy Day

Snowy Landscape on the front grounds at Mrs. White's House in Vermont. Dec. 2023.

We had a snowstorm the other night.  It started in the early evening. We watched out the window, as heavy flakes of snow came down at a steady pace. The view by the streetlight was so calming and peaceful to see.

Early the next morning, My husband and I went outside. He watched as I took a few pictures of the front grounds.  Our little Christmas tree is set out with a small deer for a companion.  It is a charming sight in the snow.

Then we went back inside the house to get warm by the wood stove.  I started a batch of whole wheat bread. I got this all set up for the first rising and then cleaned up the kitchen.  In just a short while, little grandbaby came to spend the day with me. We played and chatted and laughed.

I settled baby at the table with some playdough.  He chose a red color that matched his shirt.  While he played, I shaped the bread dough into loaves and set them in pans for the second rising. 

At lunch time, baby sat in his highchair while I sat across from him. We said our prayers and then I put up a colorful board book, for him to look at, in front of my plate. I served his lunch using a baby plate and fork.  I have carrot sticks hidden behind the little book.  If he sees the carrots first, he will not eat the potatoes!  Soon his plate is empty and I show him the carrots. He is delighted as he eats them. 

All day long we had snacks and juice and fun.  Then his Mother came over to get him.  I loved having such precious company for the day!

I spent the rest of the afternoon doing those little homemaking duties which bring cheer and happiness to the family. Every time I walked by the front window, I looked out at the snowy landscape. I checked on the deer by the tree and watched the beautiful snow coming down to decorate the property. I am waiting for just the right moment to get a picture of the lit up tree amidst a snowy backdrop.  As soon as it looks just right, I will get my husband and we will trudge through the snow and get the pictures to share with all of you.

My heart overflows with gratefulness for all the many blessings of just being HOME. 

Blessings

Mrs. White

From the Archives -
 

The Virtuous Mother - Amazing Dedication. 

Simple Living in the Old Days with Little Money - Standard of Living.

The Joy of Taking Care of Babies- Playing House in Real Life.

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