For the first time ever, I woke up to a white Christmas! Now, I would have expected this in Switzerland, but not here in west Texas. I must say, it was beautiful and really added to the festive atmosphere.

The snow clouds hung around all day and we had about two inches of accumulation.  The children loved it and I loved the warm cozy fire! The only downside was the mud as it melted and was trampled. I don’t mind the mud outside but it seems to somehow, find its way in the house! I am sure it had nothing to do with the 40 feet and 16 paws going in out (this count includes children, spouses, grandchildren, our 2 dogs and cat, my mother, my sister and their dog)!

Buttercup was definitely easy to spot in the snow covered landscape! She did not seem to mind it at all and kept on doing what cows do – grazing.

The stormy weather did not keep the Canadian geese from continuing their migration – a sight we all enjoy watching especially when they fly low enough to hear their honking.

I hope you all enjoyed a merry Christmas and made wonderful memories!