I’m a summer girl at heart, but I really, really love snow. How could I not? I’m a teacher, after all. ;) The above photo was taken a few years ago on a typical school day morning, only I wasn’t in the Bronx. I was frolicking around Central Park during my very first official snow day as an adult, my beloved old Nikon in hand (RIP, little guy… you were my first love), taking pictures of ducks. (#normal) It was a magical day. After the duck thing, I spent my time wandering the city, drinking coffee, talking to my mom on the phone, and not worrying about my job. I guess the reason I love snow days so much is because the hustle and bustle of everyday life pauses for a moment, and we’re suddenly afforded time to breathe. We can’t go anywhere or get much accomplished, so we just… breathe. Which is nice.
Typical Snow Day Attire: Puffer: Vineyard Vines, available here / Fleece-lined leggings: Anthropologie (totally wore them to bed last night, too. Don’t judge. At least I showered.) / Bag: Kate Spade / Boots: L.L. Bean (I’m wearing the 8-inch version, which is also available in Thinsulate and Thinsulate/Gore-Tex. Six-inch version here, and mocs here. Oh, and use code “JAN10” to take 10 percent off!) / Socks: J.Crew Factory (Sold out), similar here / Scarf: Cuyana (c/o via PopSugar) / Gloves: C.Wonder (Take an additional 50 percent off! Discount automatically applied at checkout.)
Now, I’ve pretty much given up on the idea that school will be canceled tomorrow. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says it’s just not happening. It’s fine. I mean, I have a sore throat, so I could definitely use the break… but whatever. I’m still delighting in the fact that for tonight, a ton of powered sugar has been seemingly dumped on the Big Apple, and everything looks beautiful and sparkling and clean. (Kind of like Chicago? ;)) Tomorrow, of course, it’ll be a big, gray, slushy mess, and we’ll all have to maneuver around those huge puddles that form where the crosswalks meet the sidewalks, and get sprayed with grossness by passing cabs… But for now, everything is gorgeous and lovely. And with that, goodnight.
(Oh. And I lied. My hopes are totally still up about the possibility of having a snow day tomorrow, hehe.)
I will keep my fingers crossed for your snow day tomorrow – the schools in my town will most likely be cancelled!
I would be sleeping in fleece lined leggings too!
Wonderful Pictures!! I miss the snow in germany this year………
How gorgeous! It was crazy snowy here too!
Hunter
http://www.preponabudget.com
Jealous – they predicted we would get some in NC – even started the closings, delays, panicking, etc…and NOTHING stuck at my house. Enjoy!
Hahaha I can totally identify! It was such a bummer. At least it’s Friday now! Hehe.
Hi Kelly! I’ve had a grand total of less than 5 snow days in my entire life (CA girl) but boy were they delightful! Like you said, it’s an unexpected holiday in the middle of everything, and a cozy one at that. I love your cozy snow look! Here’s hoping for more snow days for you soon.
perfectly Priya
Oh man! That is so rough! But I’m super jealous of your Californian weather. I adore it there… Hoping to get back there soon! :) xoxo
I don’t think I’ll ever get on the full length puffer wagon, but it looks super cute on you.
Your snow day attire looks a lot like mine. It’s been freezing in upstate NY so I really bundled up today!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
Love the pictures! Growing up, I have 1.5 snow days (out of 14 years). I never even bothered hoping for a snow day. Unless there is legitimately no power to the area, Canadians have to face anything. Hopefully you get a day or two off, thought, so you can capitalize on the picturesque city (and then post all about it)!
-Katherine
http://scallopedandbows.blogspot.ca
Oh my goodness! I can imagine that the schools up there are always in session since you guys must be so much better prepared. NYC is getting better, as it’s recently been through so many natural disasters, but we’re still learning. ;) xoxo!
kind of obsessed with the duck picture! you should print and frame!
Totally not cool that they didn’t cancel NYC schools today. I heard the attendance rate was around 40% lol. Plus, the UES was a mess. What a bonehead! Days like this I’m glad I don’t live in Manhattan anymore. Not like I ever get a snow day in the hospital anyway…
Heather
http://www.disposableincomegirl.com
OMG yes. NOT cool. I had 12 students! Yes–heard that the UES was last to get plowed. Such a drag! ;)
Great pics!