playing in the snow

Deep thought for the day:
I think its interesting when I see those people who are too afraid to miss anything in life, they try to do everything, pack it all in, never miss a moment, and they just just end up getting all upset when they do miss out on things. Sometimes I see that kind of person in the mirror. But, whoever said that when it snows that automatically implies you have to play in it? Whoever said that we have to build a snowman and sled down everyhill after running until exhaustion in a huge snowball fight? What about just sitting inside by the fire and watching the beautiful snow blanket the ground and just smiling to yourself as you watch others enjoy the snow. You can play tomorrow because sometimes its okay to just sit back and watch the others, to listen to their shouts and squeals. Who knows what kind of an amazing book you might not read if you get too busy playing outside in the snow? Or all the yummy hot chocolate you wont drink? Life isn't always about everything being the biggest and bestest and most thrilling experience, sometimes the best things are the quiet and still times that you miss when you try to do everything. Next time there's a snowday and I'm tempted to jump into the fray, I'm going to try and sit back, sip my hot chocolate, and just listen. : )