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i am the snow
shining crystalline, free --
i watch people walk by
leave their footprints in me...

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I'm always a bit surprised when people tell me they don't like winter. For me, winter has always been a time of wonder. The symmetry, clarity, brightness; the perfect black against the perfect white - I can't help but marvel at God's sense of style! It sure rivals any painting or poem I've ever seen or read.

I wrote a little article on the subject of 'Snow in the Bible' for my ezine, which you can view here. I'll quote an excerpt of it:

The Bible says, in Psalm 25, "Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a faithful messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters." It is true that snow can be severe, cold -- but then, the word of God is not always easy medicine to swallow. It challenges people to get out of their comfort zone, to throw off those blankets and winter coats, and to feel with fearless, open hearts the true refreshment of God.

If there's any season that reminds me of how good God is, it's winter... and it's not just because of Christmas, though that's a big part. It's mostly because the warmth of love stands out so strongly against the cold, cold wind.

Love, Oksana