There are songs about it, people wish for it and most of the time it doesn't really happen around here. I'm talking about a white christmas. It seems like in years past we hardly even get any snow before the beginning of the year and if we do get any before Christmas, it doesn't stick around. This year was different. Just a couple weeks ago we had one of the worst snow storms we've had in a long time, then this week it was followed up by about two days of rain and another day of snow. As a result of this weather, it's safe to say that a lot of people had to cancel their Christmas plans. I know mine were changed. I can't complain though, I did miss seeing my relatives on Christmas, but I woke on Christmas day and got to see my girlfriend right away, then I was able to spend the afternoon with my parents and brother, then the evening was spent with my brother and a friend. Despite my plans being changed because of the weather it ended up being a good day. I know God is good and my faith has definitely been increased as a result of this crazy weather, and having to drive in it quite a bit. My main point in this blog is to remind you, just because things do go as planned, doesn't mean that good won't come out of it. I definitely had a good Christmas and I'm thankful that all my family was safe during Christmas and we will be able to usher in the new year. If you spend more time thanking God for the blessings he has given you, you'll quickly forget about the negative things that might be happening in your life. Don't let a little snow ruin your day, thank God that you are in America, where you have a warm house to live in, a comfortable bed to sleep in and legs and feet to walk on.
Going into the new year, I'm sure you'll have new things you'll want to do, goals you'll want to accomplish and milestones you may want to reach, but remember, thank God for everything that comes along, weather it be great success, or just the simple fact that you made it to your destination while you were driving in a snow storm. I don't blog much, so this will probably be the last time I write before the new year so happy 2010 to everyone!!!
GO Vikings and Hawkeyes!
