Howdy y’all, it’s your favorite South Dakota Cowgirl, Jenn Zeller here, and I’m here to talk about one of my favorite seasons: Winter. Now, I know what you might be thinking. “Jenn, winter is cold and dreary. How could you possibly enjoy it?” But hear me out, folks. Winter is a time of beauty, reflection, and yes, even fun. I know we are officially in Spring, but the snow storm that hit Tuesday has me reflecting…

South Dakota, will teach a person to appreciate all the seasons, including Winter. As a cowgirl, winter presents its own set of challenges, but with those challenges come moments of pure magic. There’s something special about waking up to a fresh blanket of snow covering the prairie. The silence that comes with it, and the realization that you’re surrounded by a winter wonderland make me slow down. And as my yoga instructor would say, “take time to pause”. She’s not wrong.
Winter offers that chance for reflection. It’s a perfect time to slow down. It’s a time to set goals, make plans, and dream about the future. I’m behind in sharing these thoughts, I know. Since we are heading into a busy season, this is the ideal time to pause if you haven’t already.

My favorite thing about winter is the way it brings people together. Whether it’s huddling together for warmth, having family game nights on the ranch, or simply sharing a smile and a wave, winter has a way of fostering a sense of community and togetherness. It is also a time to catch up on the indoor projects!
As, we leave the cold and dreary days of winter behind us, I encourage you to take a step back, slow down, and appreciate the beauty and magic that the season offers. I know firsthand that winter can be a wonderful and rewarding time of year. So take a minute, take a breath, soak in the last few days of cold we’ll have until Fall, and revel in the peace.
Happy Friday, Friends!
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