"Each moment of the year has it's own beauty"

Every season comes and goes, and every season is filled with new memories created. We all have the season of the year that holds a special place in our heart. Whether it be because of the weather or the memories we remember from it, there is one season, to us, that tops all.

Of all the seasons I cherish the most, my favorite is winter. A lot of my favorite memories and days come from the winter season. My favorite part about winter is snow. Nothing beats the feeling of waking up to it snowing outside, watching it stick to the ground and slowly pile up. The most beautiful part of the snow is how it looks after the storm is over. The untouched masterpiece of snow is so delicate; one footprint ruins the beauty of it.

Winter also brings the holiday season. The non-stop Christmas music being played on the radio, all the people rushing to get the perfect gift for that special person. All the lights shining throughout the neighborhood. Businesses closing the doors for the day so we can spend time with our families. The best part about the holiday season is that it brings the best out of people. It brings the selflessness of doing something for someone else. Going the extra mile for someone besides yourself. It's not about the presents, it's about spending the day with those who mean the most to you.

Another aspect of winter I love is the weather. I love the bitter cold weather. Bundling up in your heaviest coats and scarves to face the cold. But, it's not being out in the cold that is my favorite part, it's coming inside after being out in the cold and feeling the heat cover you. You get to strip off all the layers and make the perfect cup of coffee. Then, snuggle under the blankets and read your favorite book.

My last, but most favorite part of winter, is two of the special memories I associate with it. My first memory is when my sister and I were granted a snow day. We were in high school, but that day we were younger again. At the time, we had just seen the movie Frozen, so we decided to take advantage of the day and build a snowman. This snowman, was undoubtedly, the worst snowman ever created. We didn't even get three layers and we put a beanie on it for a cap. We made up a story for him and everything. We even had a small snowball fight break out while we were trying to build it.

My second favorite memory I have is another snow day. We live close to a hill that was nothing but perfect for sledding. So, we packed it all up and headed off. We had a snow board for my brother and a sled for me. Matt tried to build a ramp out of snow, and we managed to create a small one. The part I love the most is one of the first times down the hill. My brother and I were in the sled and we started down. Little did we know, we were putting too much weight towards the front and, at the end, we completely face planted straight into the cold snow. Me, being in the front, got the worst of it, and my face was completely numb after the crash. We got up, and my dad started laughing and soon we were all laughing.

It's true winter can bring some qualities that are not good. But, I choose to see the better qualities of it and hold onto them as long as I can. The memories I have created I will always hold near my heart. Along with the holiday season and the pretty lights. And, the perfect weather and the snow that comes along with it. With all these together, it is the perfect combination for a great winter season.