Green and White

A surprising Snowy St Paddy's day! We woke to much more snow than we expected, and were delighted, as the Littlest missed snow fun, due to illness, last storm.

 AND....another surprise! It seems we may have been visited by one of the wee folk... who may have slept in a slipper, and left behind some golden chocolates in thanks. She was inspired to build a trap, to see if she could catch a glimpse of the Leprechaun, to thank him.

 A wee bit of green... Lilacs are slowly budding

 Taking care of the birds. We started the morning with a wonderful story about magic, friendship, and peace, from  Sparkle Stories.  Hearing the Jays call while we were outside, added to the magic.

Back inside or a tea and reading break.Ollie's Ski Trip (Elsa Beskow.. a family favorite).

The we mixed up a bit of grain free soda bread. ( This recipe... turned out nicely)

 Out into the winter wonderland, for some sledding fun. This was Little's first time on the local BIG hill. Lightening fast!

 A wee bit of Cross country skiing, with Dad.

 We topped off the day with some wonderful music, at our local Irish Inn. Lilt drew quite a crowd, and got a few to their feet.

 St Paddy's day feast for dinner, and Eldest and I watched The Secret of Kells together. Such a full, magical, festive day!