Today
December 21, 2017
Today, just as the Solstice arrived (9:28amMST) the sun came through the clouds and lit up the ice and snow that had fallen during the night. I ran out to snap my photo (fully clothed) and had a nippy wind enveloped me. Tis a very chilly day and I was glad I'd decided the roads were too icy to drive to exercise class earlier.
Hopefully, the roads will be in better shape when I head out for lunch with a long time friend. I have enjoyed my week of celebrating with people dear to me. Tomorrow night my niece and her family will be here, so it's also day of grocery gathering and last minute errands. I will try to finish up details, as I'd like some time doing as Mary does. Smith works late tonight and twinkle lights and knitting are on the agenda.
Also, inspired by Kym, I'm making a Solstice playlist to accompany my day. She and her commenters have quite a few suggestions of which I have several already on my Pod (#lovemyipod).
Happy Solstice, everyone! Head over to Carole's to see other 3TT posts.
I am so happy today, though it's overcast... but I know the light is THERE! I keep revisiting Kym's post today to see all of the suggestions -- so great!! Happy Solstice, Margene! xoxo
Posted by: Vicki | December 21, 2017 at 10:20 AM
The best day of the year for me, Margene! The worst is over, it is all downhill from here as the light returns. I hope you have a wonderful solstice; the longest night will soon be over. And your plans for your evening sound PERFECT. Hope you have a lovely visit with your family!
Posted by: Becky | December 21, 2017 at 10:37 AM
Solstice is very special to me because it's my baby's birthday. She is 28 today! And flying home, so I'll get to be with her.
Love the mountain photo.
Posted by: Caffeine Girl | December 21, 2017 at 11:32 AM
It's cold and windy here but the LIGHT is BACK! Enjoy your preparations and your quiet knitting time tonight.
Posted by: Carole | December 21, 2017 at 11:42 AM
Wishing you Happy Solstice and much enjoyment and reveling in the return of the light!
Posted by: Bonny | December 21, 2017 at 01:07 PM
sounds like a perfect solstice day to me, I do hope the driving was okay for you!! So glad you are having fun getting together with friends and family.
Posted by: karen | December 21, 2017 at 06:09 PM
Kim's list was filled with such great songs! Happy Solstice, Margene! XO
Posted by: AsKatKnits | December 21, 2017 at 07:02 PM
Happy Solstice! SO ready for more light.
Curious about what will end up on your Solstice playlist... :)
Posted by: Chris | December 21, 2017 at 10:14 PM
Happy Solstice! we haven't had enough sunshine here this week to really SEE it, but I can FEEL the light! (and I love your twinkle light knitting ... it's the best, isn't it?!)
Posted by: Mary | December 22, 2017 at 04:20 AM
What a wonderful day you had! Happy Solstice Margene and here's to a wonderful light filled weekend ahead!
Posted by: Patty | December 22, 2017 at 07:09 AM
I didn't read this post on the Solstice, Margene (because I was up to my eyeballs in party-prep...) -- but what a lovely Solstice view! I look forward to welcoming MORE LIGHT every day now. XO
Posted by: Kym | December 23, 2017 at 09:40 AM
I met you once, briefly, at a Park City retreat, but I have enjoyed your posts for longer than that. Thank you for continuing to blog! Love seeing your photos of the mountains.
Ps. And I have to ask, what brand of sharp pointy needles are those?
Posted by: Lynn | December 24, 2017 at 12:46 PM
Oh my...I'm so far behind ...can't believe the Solstice is over and we're gaining daylight...ah, as the world turns. Enjoyed this post very much.
Cheers~
Posted by: Honore“ | December 26, 2017 at 03:29 PM