This afternoon, I took my three little ones out to Red Rock Canyon to explore the results of yesterday's storm. We played in out 8" of powdery snow. My spirits are noticeably lifted after spending a few hours communing with nature. We're expecting another storm tomorrow, so I'm already making plans for Thursday.
This week's joie de vivre is rain. Pure, sweet, desert rain! We have been blessed with five consecutive days of rain, starting Saturday night in our tent. Today's downpour was the best yet, as the kids were treated to both puddles and mud!
My three youngest children do not remember what it is like to live in a rainy climate, so a rainy day is a rare treat that they celebrate to its fullest. Twice this week, we have been outside in our pajamas splashing through puddles. My son yells "puddles, puddles, puddles" while jumping. I love that the rain cools things off long enough for a few blissful minutes of outdoor play and open windows.
