Snow is a definite enemy to a wheelchair. I have a heavy Permobil motorized wheelchair, and I admit that it’s the best wheelchair I’ve had for bad weather. I used to be terrible driving in snow but going to college in a snow belt taught me real quick. What do you do on a snow day? As a mom and a teacher, I do value my off days. Here are my ideas. Some are activities I actually do while others are what I would like to do with help.
Snow day activities
- Watching the snow fall – Watching the snow fall is so peaceful and pretty. Even if you hate snow, watching it fall is temporary and calming.
- Reading a book – I like to curl up with a book to read. I have a Kindle which makes reading a book easier than any other time in my life.
- Watching Netflix – My daughter and I enjoy watching shows on Netflix. I don’t always like everything she likes, but when your teenager asks you to hangout – you hangout.
- Bake – Baking and snow days seem to go together. Unfortunately, cerebral palsy robbed me of baking independently. However, I’d love to bake chocolate chip, chocolate chip oatmeal and sugar cookies. I’d bake cake, brownies and pie. Sometimes my kids will bake (but not as often as I’d like!)
- Organize / clean – I love to organize. Nothing like not being able to go anywhere because of snow and organizing and cleaning a closet, cabinet or house. Go through your house and get rid of things to donate.
- Sleeping in – I find it easier to sleep in when I get the no school call in the morning then the night before. I guess because it’s so unexpected. Either way, try to take advantage of the sleep time because in April, you’ll yearn for a snow day.
- Call or text friends – Catching up with friends or family is an excellent use of time. They would like to hear from you so go for it!
