So you have been walking for decades, convinced that you have good cardiovascular health, and then it happens.
A winter storm dumps more than a foot of heavy, wet snow on your space.
It started white and fluffy, turned into sleet, then back into snow, creating what one blogger called a “winter parfait.” Thanks, Joey.
It provided a challenge for any snow blowing equipment.
So you pull up your “moon boots” and head out with the shovel.
Cardio fitness ? Not so much.
Be careful out there.
vanbytheriver 
I blew out an auger belt last night and my snow blower died on me. Thank God for trucks and plows. I was able to convince a friend to come over and help me out. I hope that you’re cleared out and warm!
I learned a bit about the 2-stage snow blower, Rob, we have neighbors who all pitched in…the hero was the one who showed up with a plow on his truck. All is good. Thanks.
It always seems that way. Just when we think we’re in shape, along comes a calamity to test us.
It’s also about those core and back muscles that do not often get a workout, apparently. Thanks, Ron.
I was watching this storm on the news last night, Van. I like big snow storms, but mid-March? A good reminder for everyone to be safe. ❤
It was the first real snow of the winter here, D. The best part about it being in March…it won’t be around for long. (Fingers crossed).
That’s looking on the bright side. 😀
It looks pretty treacherous. I think I would be curled up by my fire with a Hot chocolate and a good book. 😊
It is hard to be snowed in, the urge to be out there…so strong. There was a bit of an adrenaline rush, until it wore off, then there was aspirin and a reality check.
That’s why they call it “heart attack snow”
Makes sense to me. Thanks, Mama.
No problem take it in lil steps and relax all that stress on your heart will attack
And to think, people were worried about the unseasonably warm weather just a few weeks ago…be careful, Van.
Learned to pace myself, Julie. Thanks.
Walking and shoveling are not the same! — I have to stretch before I shovel! I bout wrecked my shoulder while shoveling a few years ago. Do be careful, don’t do too much, and maybe, just don’t? ❤
I like the “just don’t”, but having the routine of daily walking, this seemed a good alternative, since we were stuck at home. Oh, well. Reality check.
Yeah, it must surely be safer to do other things. I understand your cabin fever, though. Maybe it’ll be melty by the weekend?
They are saying…next week ??? But the sun is helping it along today. Smiles.
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Take care Van!
Much better today, Lynn. We survived it.
So glad
You be careful too!
We have a corner lot with a big sidewalk, the township gives us 24 hrs. to clear. Our motivation. It’s a narrow path, but it’s a path. Thanks, G.
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Indeed, Van. I know exactly what you mean.
I’m pretty sure you do, Mark.
This snow was SO heavy Van! When it turned to freezing rain we called our landscaper to dig us out when it was all over. Hope you made it out with a healthy heart and back!
We made it out with a little muscle stiffness, but still okay. Thanks, Val. You’re so right…this snow was heavy. Without a neighbor’s truck plow, we’d still be behind those mounds on the curb.
Oh, I know this situation so well …
I have a feeling…there are quite a few of us out here, Cecilia. Thanks.
yes be careful out there Van… We had it very warm to day at least 16 here and in some places up to 19 deg C… But cooler weather is on the way. no doubt blowing over the ocean.. 🙂 xxx Love and Hugs xxx
We should have known…the early Spring was not here to stay. Maybe, soon. Thanks, Sue.
Yes…it will all melt.. in the mean time stay warm and safe..
I totally understand the urge to get out and clear snow instead of a walk. Darned thing is, the snow banks grow higher, and each subsequent shovelful requires more work as you are tiring.
Glad you had the neighbour’s help. I’ve been rescued a few times, and just about wept with relief at the kindness.
I wonder when one gets to that age of being the senior that others are supposed to “look out for”…ha ha. We’re retired, but still out there. I found my husband 3 doors down clearing another driveway ???
by hand? That’s very generous of him!
Yep. By hand…there were 3 of them.
I like snow. But the snow I’ve been reading about is dangerous. I hope everyone stays safe and warm.
Trying our best to do so. Thanks.
That’s a whole different kind of exercise. Like you I’ve been walking for years, though not as much in the winter, but waking in a foot of snow and clearing a foot of snow and sleet is a very different ballgame. Be safe..:)
I should have just walked in it…maybe ? That would have been enough of a challenge. Thanks, George.
Moon Boots, solve all… 🙂
Never found anything warmer. (in 30 years now..ha ha).
Like sitting next to a fireplace.
Very nice reminder for your readers, Van. No surprise at how much you care. xo
And a reinforcement for myself, Kelly. Thanks.
Well, hopefully the snow is behind us now. (Knock on wood!)
Take care, Van…be careful when you are outside. Here, in the eastern states of India, we don’t experience snowfall…even the winter is short-lived….for just a couple of months…
We usually have quite a bit of snow by now, to build up those “shoveling muscles”. This was our first real storm..shock to the system. Thanks, Mani.
Welcome.. 🙂
Even for someone who is pretty fit, shoveling snow is heavy work. The next day? Ugh! 🙂
For sure. Ugh.
I actually have “spikes” to put on my boots to walk in that sort of stuff. It is dangerous as I know. I’ll take pavement any day to that of sleet and snow. Hope by now you are saying good bye to all that white stuff. Slow but sure here. 🙂 ❤
Yep, the first day of Spring came in pretty sweetly. Lots of melting !
Ditto! YAYAYAYAYAYAYAY!
Hopefully that was the last of winter’s test. ❤
Amen to that, Deb.
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Don’t miss shoveling snow. Don’t it at all.
We don’t shovel hot weather.
How would it be ??? Thanks, Eddie.
You’re welcome Van. I used to shovel.
I’m so lucky, where I live my driveway, sidewalk and porch are done for me…but I spent the last 27 years shoveling many feet of snow so I know exactly what you’re talking about. Which this cold weather would shove off and let the warmth in!
It’s not too far away now, Deb. Thanks.