Feb 14th, 2010
The newest member of our family
For all that we have about three feet of snow on the ground (it was more, but it’s settled over the past few days), it’s not particularly sticky stuff. I really wanted to make a snowman today, so I had to wing it.
First I made a huge mound for the body. Then I got lucky and found a very compacted chunk for the head. Jan and Sylvia helped with the decorations: an old scarf, gloves from the 2002 NYC Marathon (no, I wasn’t in it, but I was there to watch my brother-in-law race, and Nike reps handed these gloves out to spectators), a wool hat that was made in Afghanistan but bought in Oregon twelve years ago, gumball buttons, and an acorn smile. They raided the recycling bin in the garage for the eyes and nose.
I like to imagine that he’s standing in our front yard yelling, “I’m number one! I’m number one!” to all passersby.
I want to make a snowman today too! I thought the snow was too dry, but now you’ve inspired me to get out there and give it a go!
I love it, especially the way you used recyclables. Bravo!
He’s very cheerful!!
@Beth: Go for it!
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@Frank: Thanks!
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@Chris: Of course he is. After all, HE’S NUMBER ONE! Heh.
Love the recycled bits.
He looks like he’s doing the Saturday Night Fever dance. Awesome!