The First Snow!

We had our first snow of the year on Tuesday.

The first snow in many cultures is linked to magic, love, and new beginnings. For example, in Korean culture it’s believed that witnessing the first snow with someone special can lead to a lasting relationship.

The snow wasn’t much, not much more than a coating to an inch. In February during the first hour of a Noreaster that rolls into the region, we’ll get that much snow and more. However, the fast moving storm was still powerful. It forced local schools to close. It also caused more than a few offices to shut down. The rest of the county received two to four inches. Other portions of the state received up to six inches of snow.

Running from the snow!

After the first few inches of snow each year, I’ve usually reached my limit. In fact, the first snow of the season always reminds me of Country Artist Kenny Chesney’s song Island Boy.

I’m not ready to pick up and move like the guy in Chesney’s song, but there is something appealing about “Living (your) life where stress is the enemy.”

How does one do that – live a life where stress is the enemy?

–Say no to deadlines that don’t make sense.

–Say no to traffic.

–Say no to narcissistic people.

–Say no to anything that causes an undo burden.

–Say yes to friends and family, gratefulness, and taking care of yourself.

Hmm, if you put it like that, moving to an island doesn’t sound half bad. On second thought, hello Caribbean!

Who’s with me?

Island Boy

He left Maine ’cause he needed a change
And he was desperate to rearrange priorities
And he thought the sea would be the best place to be
So he saved his money, sold his car
And with his eye set on a Southern star
He got the courage to follow his heart
Set out for a brand new start

He’s an island boy
Now he’s an island boy
Living his life where stress is the enemy
Now he’s an island boy
A stone’s throw from St. Croix
He’s finally found his piece of serenity

Now he tends bar at the Old Mango
And he sees tourists come and go
With their pressed pants and camera case
Too much sun burned on their face
Now he watches the snow on CNN
With all of his dope smokin’ friends
Just look at the hell they must be in
Swears he won’t go back again

‘Cause he’s an island boy
Now he’s an island boy
Living his life where stress is the enemy
Now he’s an island boy
A stone’s throw from St. Croix
He’s finally found his piece of serenity

You know the love of his life has always been Emily
She loves the man she sees

In her island boy
Now he’s an island boy
Living his life where stress is the enemy
Now he’s an island boy
A stone’s throw from St. Croix
He’s finally found his piece of serenity

Island boy
A stone’s throw from St. Croix
Island boy
Island boy
Island boy