A blizzard is a magical thing for many children and those who are young at heart. As snow falls and responsibilities dwindle with the lack of travel options, there is a certain sense of freedom that is derived from being trapped in the home.
As school age kids and a few fortunate adults know, snow can be a bonus holiday. Although I do remember growing up in Vermont having a teacher explain to me that every snow we had meant a day in the summer that we had to be in school. This point was lost on me as I hoped and prayed for a one day respite from the grind of school.
Snow days are for Snowmen and snowball fights, sledding and if you are lucky enough even skiing. All of these activities as well as ice skating are more enjoyable on a snow day.
