The BIG freeze.

"The breath of God produces ice, and the broad waters become frozen." Job 37:10

Those of you who live in this country will know all about the "big freeze" that we have been experiencing over the last few weeks. When it first started snowing I was so excited. I don't have any memories of snow like this before so I was loving it. Everything is just covered in snow and it does look very beautiful. We had a white Christmas which was wonderful. The drive to my Aunt's on Christmas Day was breathtaking. Clear blue sky, the sun was shining and everything was litterally sparkling. It was lovely.

My love for the snow lasted a good 2 weeks. Now, I have almost had enough. I went for a walk last week in the snow and it was freezing, really it was about -10C. I was almost in tears my feet were that cold. Everytime I go outside now I feel like this. It is just so cold. There are icicles hanging all around our house, we have some that almost reach the ground. Last week I thought this was really cool. This week I think it is cold. Everytime I step outside I am instantly reminded of how cold it is but they also really scare me. I was taking some photos today and started to get a bit worried for my life. They are so huge and I was worried that one would fall on me! There is a sheet of ice over the path at the back door. Now, most of you will know that I am a pretty clumsy girl so ice is a bit of an obstacle for me. But I have managed not too fall over once, which I think is a great achievment.

So, I am happy to have the snow here still but I have to admit I am a little fed up with it! I can't even remember what Scotland looks like without snow. There have only been two things that have got me through this winter.

1. My lovely wellies. I bought these when Mum and I got caught in a blizzard while we were Christmas shopping. This is the best money I have ever spent. I have worn these all winter.

2. This fire. A couple of months ago I learnt how to start a fire and I am so proud of myself! This has been a great skill to have this winter. I love being able to light the fire and sit by it and be all cosy. Without this fire I think I would have frostbite by now. Thank you fire!

It looks like this snow will be around for a while but as long as I have my pretty wellies and my fire-lighting skills I know I can get through this.