Winter is Here

Winter is here to stay, I think.  It's snowing today and we received our first real snowfall a few days ago.  It never melted to that is a good indication that winter is here to stay. 
I didn't think we had much of a fall but last year we were spoiled and the weather was beautiful and lasted a good long time.  Luckily for me though I got all of my flowers cut back, lawn furniture put away, seeds spread, I'm ready to have it snow without stressing about getting it all done. 
We are cozy warm with our fires going and heaters turned on.  I'm a little excited about the upcoming ski season.  It helps to want to ski rather than feel like you have to ski.  I haven't been exercising this past month so the sluggish feeling will be nice not to feel.  At least when the ski areas open I'll be able to get some turns in and feel like I am getting some exercise.  It's a vicious cycle I get myself into with the exercise thing.  I wish I was one of those super motivated people who could wake up at 6 a.m. and get out and run 5 miles, in any type of weather.  Not gonna happen. 
I get to go to MN while I am on my 5 week break from work.  I can't wait to take that break and I will see my Dad and brothers for a bit.  It's a much needed break and thanks to my husband for giving me a hall pass for a bit to do that.  The only downfall is that it'll be November and I've never liked November in MN.  I'll get over it though.  It's great to be home where I grew up either way.  I'm very sentimental that way. 
Stay warm if you are in a cold area and Costa Rica is still on our minds constantly.  We will get back.