Ice Storm...

I almost didn't post today. Our world is covered in a record-breaking layer of ice. (pictures to come)Utah is not known for ice storms, this is the first I've ever witnessed, and while it is fascinating to see a shield of ice atop snow drifts, driveways, and asphalt streets, I think I would be okay if this was a once-in-a-lifetime event. ;) It is quite amazing to have witnessed it once however, and I must say that there was something extremely fun and gratifying about crunching a half-inch layer of ice before stepping into a 2 foot pile of fluffy snow. I also very much enjoyed pretending I was figure-skater a few times today in the driveway. Yes, I dare say that everyone should experience an ice storm once in their life, just to feel the crunch of ice immediately softened by a pillow of snow under their snow boots and to pretend they are Michelle Kwan for a minute in their own front yard. I also dare say that on that day, no one should be allowed to drive. Everyone should stay home, play with their families and drink hot chocolate. That is the way to truly find beauty in an ice storm.