tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post3135620331460357435..comments2023-09-05T06:44:50.087-04:00Comments on Story Power: Everyone Should Have A Snow DayAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05872444343533261864noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-83763453738792207962012-03-09T19:14:14.957-05:002012-03-09T19:14:14.957-05:00Hi Peggy,
I live in a place called Ogmore Valley ...Hi Peggy,<br /><br />I live in a place called Ogmore Valley and yes it is as quaint as it sounds. When it snows people go crazy and everyone rushes to ring their boss to tell them that they cannot make it into work. The only problem is, some of them do! Given the fact that we are such a small community it is quite easy to weedle out the skivers from the hard working conscientious sorts. I think because I hated my job so much I have to put myself down as a skiver!<br /><br />Keep up the writing it is beautiful.<br /><br />Lee Davy<br />www.needyhelper.comChingster23https://www.blogger.com/profile/09487265580929014154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-50977629199930864112012-03-07T08:25:29.365-05:002012-03-07T08:25:29.365-05:00Hi Lumi ~ The educational system gets a lot wrong,...Hi Lumi ~ The educational system gets a lot wrong, but snow days are something they have gotten right for years, seriously. Unless it's a life or death situation on the job, people should not be on the roads during ice storms, snow storms, tornado warnings, hurricanes, etc. Stay home. Stay safe. Banks, restaurants, government agencies, etc. would survive even if they told employees to take a day off when weather is extreme. A side benefit is, workers would return the following day (or two) feeling refreshed and respected. That would result in a higher level of performance. I just don't get some things. I appreciate your thoughts and hope you stop by again...PeggyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05872444343533261864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-58782269832889031262012-03-07T07:39:37.482-05:002012-03-07T07:39:37.482-05:00This post struck a special chord with me. When I ...This post struck a special chord with me. When I was practicing clinical medicine, snow days were particularly depressing for me, as I was considered essential personnel and had to make it in to the hospital no matter what. Everyone else I knew was snuggling back under the covers except me, and the added stress of a dangerous morning commute did nothing to improve my day.<br /><br />Now functioning as a consultant, I am part of the world that is "allowed" to stay home when the weather is dangerous outside. Last year we had a four day ice storm, and were literally trapped inside for 96 hours. All my assignments naturally were cancelled, which meant I could just stay home with my husband. We felt almost naughty, like we were getting away with something and at any moment the Weather Police were going to show up and drag us into work. People grumbled about it for months afterward, but personally I thought it was great.<br /><br />Thanks for your thoughtful post!<br /><br />~Lumi<br /> www.mywhitecoatisonfire.comLumi St. Clairehttp://www.mywhitecoatisonfire.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-13841471873339955532012-03-06T19:11:51.602-05:002012-03-06T19:11:51.602-05:00I have say it again--snow days are one of my favor...I have say it again--snow days are one of my favorite things. They are the best and the coffee really is good with the milk/cream heated first. Thanks for stopping by.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05872444343533261864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-65483692386225881712012-03-06T18:30:58.581-05:002012-03-06T18:30:58.581-05:00I loved the build up of this post...I mean, we cou...I loved the build up of this post...I mean, we could sorta guess what was going to happen, but we (like you? who refused to look out the window too soon, even though you had an idea of what you'd find?) got to experience each step of the excitement and relief and joy you felt. That was awesome.<br /><br />And I'm going to try making my coffee they way you described it...while java is definitely divine, you made it sound even more so. <br /><br />dbstevens, kickingcorners.blogspot.comDeb Stevenshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16419809243480266275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-79448644546383539692012-03-05T17:05:27.426-05:002012-03-05T17:05:27.426-05:00Looking forward to reading your novel. It's on...Looking forward to reading your novel. It's on my list of books to download. See you on your blog...PeggyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05872444343533261864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-8884390493471354362012-03-05T17:03:23.624-05:002012-03-05T17:03:23.624-05:00Thanks Steph. What a honor!Thanks Steph. What a honor!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05872444343533261864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-87268974522450687212012-03-05T15:41:56.208-05:002012-03-05T15:41:56.208-05:00Peggy, I loved snow days growing up in NH. It was ...Peggy, I loved snow days growing up in NH. It was a nice break from the cold and school! I love the set up of your blog and your picks are so relaxing. :) <br /><br />Just wanted to tell you were my winner at the Writer Limits and I need you to email me so I can send you the prize. Send me an email at sgcardin1@yahoo.com<br /><br />Thanks<br />Smiles<br />StephStephanie Burkhart https://www.blogger.com/profile/16952130018587727063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-27894820032235491242012-03-05T10:58:45.668-05:002012-03-05T10:58:45.668-05:00Hi Peggy,
I enjoyed your blog today.
Thanks for th...Hi Peggy,<br />I enjoyed your blog today.<br />Thanks for the nice comments you made on Pat's blog about her review of my novel, "Splattered Blood." I hope you do get a chance to read it and that you enjoy it.<br />Mike<br /><br />PS Please stop over at my blog and say hi.<br />http://mikedraperinguilford.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13385636140991419220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-62789766647785818172012-03-04T13:36:26.097-05:002012-03-04T13:36:26.097-05:00Thanks Gwynneth. I'm happy you enjoy the post ...Thanks Gwynneth. I'm happy you enjoy the post each week. I love connecting with people from around the world. It's a bit amazing to me. Rumor has it that South Africa is absolutely beautiful. I hope my travels take me there someday. ~ PeggyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05872444343533261864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590699484148529190.post-17327016009050535582012-03-04T10:24:43.873-05:002012-03-04T10:24:43.873-05:00I hoped you enjoyed every minute of it. Where I co...I hoped you enjoyed every minute of it. Where I come from - Cape Town in south Africa - there is no such thing as a 'snow day'(more's the pity) because I read your post and see your pic and know I am missing out on something special. I always enjoy reading your posts. Although a stranger, you are a joyful interlude in my week. I also loved your post on the lake. Please don't stop writing.<br />Gwynneth White<br />http://todayinshenaya.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13447159464531608235noreply@blogger.com