There is a unique magic when you wake up to 20 inches of fresh powder. The world is hushed, trees resemble marshmallows, and for a moment, it feels like living inside a high-end Christmas card.
Then, you try to open your front door.
The "Joy of Snow" is a journey—a rollercoaster that begins with cocoa and ends in wondering if you'll ever see your driveway again. Just when you think you've conquered the drifts, the meteorologist comically announces: More is coming this weekend.
Phase 1: Getting Hooked
Those first hours are pure bliss.
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The Silence: 20 inches of snow creates a quiet neighborhood.
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The Excuse: Pajama time—no errands expected with the mailbox buried.
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The Aesthetic: Your backyard resembles a pristine frontier.
Phase 2: The Great Excavation
By noon, reality hits. Your car is now a mound. Joy morphs into a workout. Shoveling isn’t just a chore; it's trench digging and mountain building.
Once the sidewalk is clear, you're sweating in freezing weather, your back protests, and your dog experiences panicked hops during walks.
Phase 3: The "Wait, More?" Moment
You've showered and your toes are warm. You check the news, feeling victorious, only to see a bright purple blob on the weekend radar.
Another storm is coming.
A hilarious joy accompanies this news—Mother Nature has a sense of humor, and you're the punchline.
Pro Tip: As the second storm looms, prioritize "functional" over "manicured." You’ll be doing this again in 48 hours.
Survival Guide for the Double-Header
Facing back-to-back storms? Here’s how to keep spirits and backs intact:
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Stakes and Markers: Place stakes at your driveway’s edge to remember where grass ends and gravel begins.
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The "Pre-Shovel": Shovel in increments, pushing 4 inches is manageable, whereas 12 inches demands a chiropractor.
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Stock the "Joy" Supplies: Ensure your pantry is ready with hearty soup, good coffee, and maybe a celebratory bottle for the snow.
Embracing the Absurdity
Ultimately, there’s humility in being at the sky's mercy. We seek control over our schedules, but 20 inches of snow reminds us to slow down.
So lean into it. Build forts, bake bread, take photos. Because soon it will turn into mud—and you might miss those days of 20 inches of fluffy white.
Stay warm, stay safe, and keep shovels handy!
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