The Blizzard of February 1...2011

The Monster storm that moved through 33 states. It hit us with about 13 inches but drifts that enclosed the doorways and drives. In rural Midwest, we are not the first roads to get cleaned by any means. We have a truck with a snow blade, but yesterday was even unable to get through some of those drifts. Yet by evening, a tractor had went through to do those farm chores of feeding cattle the hay bales. In doing this busted a path through a part of the road. I believe it probably was our eldest son Jared going through to get to his cattle. Although, I did not catch a glimpse of him. But i have been assured he was out and chores were done.

Our youngest son resides in Chicago with his wife. They chose to welcome the blizzard by having a party at their home. They invited the neighbors and watched the snow blow in the downtown streets of Chicago. 20 inches landed in this windy city and pretty much slowed business to a standstill. Even Al from the 'Today Show' has been broadcasting in the streets of Chicago. The picture is my son's view wondering how he might dig out his Liberty...

He posted many pictures and looks like they enjoyed much fun with friends, food, and old fashion snow fun. Thanks Stephen and Rachel for sharing your blizzo pictures.

Myself enjoyed not having to get out in the storm at all! A plus in this recuperation.

Definitely a groundhog day to remember... A good thing that little guy did not see his shadow. Spring will be here 6 weeks early. I will not believe he is only right 39% of the time...