I hope that you all are finally settled back into the swing of school after your winter break. I know I am! It took a couple of days for my body to adjust back to the cooler temperatures after my California vacation, but for the past several weeks I have been really enjoying waking up and heading outside.
I've heard some talk of snow in Missouri. I checked the Weather Channel and saw that there have been a few days of snow and then rain . . . and then some more snow and then some more rain. However, I have to say that one has never truly experienced winter and the full span of the seasons until they have experienced a Minnesota winter, and I'm referring to more than just the few feet of snow. I am talking about the hardy Minnesota winter spirit.
One of my favorite expressions of this winter spirit is the St. Paul Winter Carnival (dubbed "The Coolest Celebration on Earth") which took the last week in January. There is a huge ice sculpture competition, and for the large majority of us who aren't masters in the art of ice sculpting, there is also the snow sculpture competition. But there is more going on than playing in the ice and snow. The carnival also has plays, scavenger hunts, free ice skating, concerts! Most of the events take place within walking or busing distance from the University of Minnesota campus so it's very accessible to and popular with students.
The St. Paul Winter Carnival is just one of the many events that we have in Minnesota to celebrate the winter season. But don't fear, Missourians! We have just as many to celebrate the warmer months as well!
Until next time,
-Daisy
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