Five Fabulous Things To Do On a Snow Day!

Did you know that snow has blanketed the ground and we are experiencing record lows for this time of year? It certainly has been the topic of conversation on social media over the past few days. Some are loving this winter wonderland, while others are absolutely miserable. If you are facing the winter blues and don't know how to occupy your time, here a a few ideas.  The Bray girls haven't accomplished all five of these yet, but we are very close!

1.  Have a pajama day. This is a popular favorite in the Bray house.  We are always on the go with one million things to do.  Life keeps us hopping, so having the opportunity to crash and do nothing is a welcomed change.  It's not about being lazy, rather it's about recharging. Every once in a while, you just need to take a break, snuggle in, and enjoy being with your family.Teaching kids the value of down time will help them cope when life gets stressful. 
2. Write someone a note. Take the time to write to someone who has made a difference in your life.  Tell them how much you appreciate them and share with them how their actions affected you and made you a better person.  A little encouragement from an old friend may be the perfect thing for you both.
3. Bake something delicious. What better way to spend your time than making a delicious, chocolate treat?  If you have kids, this is the perfect way to trick them into practicing math and reading!  They can read and follow the recipe and they won't even realize they are doing work! Once the treat is ready, put on your snow gear and take some of the treat to your neighbor. This will not only put a smile on your neighbor's face, but it will make you feel warm and fuzzy too. 
4. Read a book. Books can take us on the grandest adventures. Reading is the perfect thing if you are wanting to learn something new or escape to a far away place. We should take time to read every day, but on a snow day, we are free to spend all day reading if that is what our heart desires. 
5. Watch I Love Lucy reruns. There is nothing any funnier than the antics of Lucy Ricardo.  Pop some popcorn or fix a cup of coffee and just laugh and laugh until you have tears in your eyes.  Then think about the good friends you have in your life and be sure to send them a message telling them how much you appreciate them.  

Snow days don't come often, but when they do we should make the most of them.  How will you spend your time? We can either complain and be miserable, as some have chosen to do, or we can see the time off as a gift from God.  What other ideas can you add to this list?