One of the most peaceful ways to begin a day is stepping out early while snow is falling. In Maryland, it only happens a few times a year, which makes it feel even more sacred. Anytime the forecast hints at snow, I’ll set my alarm a little earlier and peek through the window, hoping. This morning, it delivered.

Not long after getting home, I woke Lin, made us some coffee, and coaxed her out onto the porch with me…to brave the cold and take in the beauty of the snowfall together.