Random Musings

Observation: Cold

It's cold outside.

The pane clouds as my warm breath meets the cold glass, making me glad that I am on this side of the window. So cold that even though the sun is shining, the snow from yesterday has yet to melt. I always think the sun shining on a cold day makes it even more so.

The neighbor jogs by in sweats, sunglasses, and a hoodie pulled up on his head. I can see his breath, and almost feel the beat of his heart working overtime to keep up with him and to keep him warm. I admire his dedication, but don't feel the least bit guilty about being inside, playing the slug.

Even though today was Sunday, I cooked chili. Seemed like a fitting choice for such a day. Plus my son, his first day home on leave from the Air Force, on his way to Korea for a year when he leaves here, had put in the request. He can have whatever he wants. Chili on a cold day was right up my alley: easy, filling, and hot.

Hot coffee or cocoa. Old, baggy, broken-in sweater and some slip-on houseshoes. Pair of baggy, elastic waist sweatpants, a good book, and no where to go. The perfect way for me to spend a cold, cold day.