Porch Talk: What is your favorite thing to do on a snowy day? – Columbia Daily Herald

Editor's Note: The Porch Talk series explores the most recent happenings around town and what residents think about it.

As the new year begins, Maury Countyresidents have faced significant blustery winter weather from windy snowfall and sleet to icy road conditions that haveled to the closure of schools and local government offices.

Even though winter weather can cause some inconveniences, many cozy memories can be made with friends and family while snowed indoors.

In recognition of the recent snowfall and dips in temperature, The Daily Herald askedwilling participants this question: What is your favorite thing to do on a snowy day?

"My favorite thing to do when when it'ssnowing is to sit inside with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee and just enjoy the view because it is so pretty. "

- Megan Hendrickson, Culleoka

"My big thing is sledding. We would spend hours outside, and my mom would make us snow cream and hot chocolate when we would finally go back inside. I don't know if other people do this, but to make snow cream, she would go outsideandget the top layer of snow and make it into like a snow cone, mixing it with vanilla extract and sugar."

- Katie Belt, Clarksville

"What I do when I'm snowed in isgrab my camera and head outside. Sometimes I'll get in my car when it's not too bad, and I will find my favorite spots to grab a photo. There's a pond in my backyard, and I'll take pictures of the ducks or whatever is out there on the pond."

- Kellye Murphy, Columbia Tourism & Marketing Director, Columbia

"I've got a driveway that's about a quarter mile uphill. So, for fun I go out there and clear it. I'll also hang out with my mom, who is a 'tough old bird'and about to turn 80 years old and still works. So when we're snowed in, I'll spend a day with her, enjoying some days off together, because my one day off is usually yard work or house work."

- Charlie Pignato, Williamsport

"I dont like it. I stay inside, and I dont go out if I don't have to. When I was young, it used to snow a lot here. I prefer to stay inside and watch TV; sports, if they are on."

- David Joyce, Columbia

"I have two acres, and it keeps me busy. I have to clear downed branches and ice. I prefer the summer, mowing grass and planting flowers."

- Bettye McNeese, Columbia

"I love playing with my son. First, we play in the snow, make a snowman and snow angels. Then, we go inside to have hot chocolate, and then we have a pillow fight."

- Victoria Beard-Fitzpatrick, Columbia

"Mainly, I stay in and study for my teaching degree that I am seeking as a student at Columbia State Community College. After teachinghome school for 26 years and being a home school consultant, I realized I want to be a teacher in the classroom. I also love sipping a cup of hot tea and diffusing essential oils to enjoy the aroma."

- Alicia Meese, Columbia

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