Beautiful Snow

“The snow was endless, a heavy blanket on the outdoors; it had a way about it. A beauty. But I knew that, like many things, beauty could be deceiving.”
― Cambria Hebert, Whiteout 

It's officially the worst day of the year for Saskatchewan wheelchair users.  The snow, deep and white, has arrived. 

The snow brings a layer of complication to the lives of those of us with mobility disabilities that can not be denied.  Overnight, life has just become much more difficult in many ways, from wheeling our chairs to transportation to and from the places we need to go to staying warm because of limited blood circulation. We lose a little mobility because of the snow, and with that, a chunk of freedom.

Oh yes, when I really try, I can see the beauty in it.  Snow is fresh and clean.  It blankets the ground; it makes the trees glisten. It sings of rosy cheeks, approaching holidays, and of fun games and sports played outside.  Snow brings out the desire for steamy hot beverages, warm cozy blankets, woolen mittens, and hearty meals served out of a big pot.  This snow reminds me of something I have often said, "Anybody can have a good day when things are going well.  It is another thing altogether to have a good day when things are not going well." 

wishing you a good and beautiful day,
hk