Yesterday the weather was a combination of sunshine, clouds, snow, and freezing rain. The temperature got up to -4C (windchill -7C). This morning the wind is blowing and it is 2C (was up to 7C at 4 am). Today is suppose to have wind and flurries with the temperature dropping to -2C during the day and -11C tonight. The windchill could be as cold as -18C.
Lifestyle
I had energy yesterday and put it to good use. I did 3 loads of laundry and put clean sheets on the bed. I scrubbed the bathroom and mopped the floor. It was nice to get that done.
I also did the balance sheet. It didn't take long to do and I am happy with how I have stayed home so far this month. Basically I have only bought food and over the counter meds for my cold. Between the weather and this cold, I have had no interest in shopping.
I made a pot of chowder. This recipe is similar to the one I make. I put in Italian seasoning and don't put in anything spicy. I also cleaned up the kitchen and took out the recycling. I stopped at that point knowing I had done enough for the morning. I wasn't tired but knew I needed to rest.
The snow started to fall around 2 pm and it was pretty heavy at times. I went out at 4:30 pm and shovelled the driveway. There was a good inch of snow on it. Two children (ages 6 and 7) came to help and mom came over to supervise them. They scraped the snow off the driveway and I busted up the ice along the edge of the driveway. The boy decided he could bust the ice off one spot and he got most of it off. I was pleased with how the driveway looked and called it done.
The snow started again after I got inside and then came the freezing rain. The temperature rose during the night and it must have rained quite a bit. I am itching to go out and shovel but have promised family I will stay inside until they come over this morning. The roads were plowed at 9 pm so I know they are safe to be on. I think I heard the salt truck during the night.
Sewing
I sewed yesterday and enjoyed myself. I worked on the Luna Lapin rabbit's body. I was very careful while sewing making sure I did a good job. The legs were hard to sew in as the fabric wanted to pleat over on the back. I finally got it done.
Knitting
None done last night as I was tired from being so busy. The tiredness hit me like a ton of bricks at 8 pm.
Thoughts
I was really impressed with how much energy I had yesterday. I am also surprised at how strong I have gotten shovelling snow and ice. The cold didn't weaken me too much as I rested and did what I had to do. I have to say that I enjoy being outside in the fresh air shovelling snow. The only time I don't want to go out is when the wind is cold and nasty.
My hip is not bothering me as much. I am not sure if resting longer periods and working hard outside has strengthened it or if it has decided to give up being sore. The only aches I have are when a weather system comes in. I am not taking Tylenol very often now. I know both legs are stronger than they have been as I am able to walk more during the day.
I have slept better the past two nights. I am not waking up to blow my nose or cough. I have felt more rested and my mental attitude is good. I want to do things once again.
I am hoping that this is the last bad storm we will get this winter. Two freezing rain storms a few days apart was quite the surprise. The temperatures seem to be creeping back to normal this week. Everyone is done with these storms and are waiting for spring to arrive.
Today
I am going to fold laundry this morning and wait until someone comes to shovel the driveway. I promised family that I wouldn't shovel until they arrived. I am going out to help as I want the fresh air and exercise. I hope to sew this afternoon and maybe knit tonight. What gets done depends on snow removal.
Until the next time................................................................
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