snowpocalypse: Erskine edition

In case you live under a rock, or on the opposite side of the world, or in the tropics, let me be the first to tell you that the southeastern United States got snow dumped on us this past week.   Actually, I think I read somewhere that 49 of the 50 states in the Union have snow on the ground.  How often does that happen??

We had classes cancelled Wednesday, Thursday, AND Friday this week.  Yes, that means I am currently just past halfway through an unexpected 5-day weekend.  Some of us have been grateful for the extra time to work on papers or study for postponed tests.  Some of us have spent our days [and nights] having snowball fights and building igloos (no, really. there’s a picture further on).  Some of us have discovered how difficult it is to walk gracefully–and walk without slipping–on icy snow.  Some of us experienced our first EVER snow day (poor Floridians!).  Some of us discovered the magic of snow cream.  And ALL of us have enjoyed the extra sleep and fun time with our friends!  Below are some photos I took this week.

outside of Moffatt Dining Hall

someone built a snowman under the Towers! (Erskine Building and Philo Hall in the background)

looking out of Carnegie over the parking lot and softball field

looking out of my ice-covered car window

obligatory snow selfie, because I adore snow.

frozen fountain!

the Engler house on Pedestrian Highway looking even prettier than usual

Since many of you have probably not been at Erskine when there was snow on the ground (this is only my 2nd experience in my 4 years), and since I have a lot of friends who are talented photographers, I thought I would share Erskine snow days through the eyes of my fellow students.  There is a lot of scrolling, but I promise it’s worth it.  Thank you so much to all of my friends who have agreed to let me peruse their Facebook and Instagram accounts and include their photos in this post. [Click on any photo for a larger version.]

what a stylish snowman! photo from Autumn Horne ’17

roommates having fun in the snow! Cali Colbert & Jordan Joseph, both c/o ’17

looking toward Belk Hall (background) with Bowie Arts Center to the right. photo by Ashley Strickland ’17

friends in the snow! Danica Newton & Ross McEwan, both c/o ’17

ready to go sledding! Norma Deluna & Clarissa Stiving, both c/o ’17

I’ve always loved this tree; Belk Hall is to the right. photo by Sami Maree ’14

during and before the snow; photo by Sami Maree ’14

Erskine Building, photo by Sarah Baroody ’16

photo by Sarah Baroody ’16

Erskine bushes outside of the library, photo from Sarah Baroody ’16

Someone gave the statue some hipster accessories a few weeks ago. photo from Tegan Van Rijn ’17

photo from Tegan Van Rijn ’17

looking out of the dorm window; photo by Mika Goyette ’15

Pete Savarese (’15) braved the snow in crutches (and shorts!) to spend some more time on the soccer field

Sally Caldwell & Clara Formby, both c/o ’16

photo from Sally Caldwell,’16

Galloway in the snow; photo by Corey Marks ’16

photo by Corey Marks ’16

a group of “Erskimos” spent hours building an igloo on The Circle! Over 30 people, including the Due West police, helped out. photo from Jeanne Bell

photo by Miranda Guthrie ’16

the Erskine Building, photo from Tegan Van Rijn ’17

Alumni Gate, photo by Sami Maree ’14

Euphie Hall, photo by Sami Maree ’14

Anna Raquel Robison & Danica Newton, both c/o ’17

looking toward Memorial Hall; photo from Danica Newton ’17

Norma Deluna (’17) catching snowflakes

looking across the mall toward Watkins Student Center, photo from Sarah Baroody ’16

A little reminder of home

My front yard decorated by mother nature!

The snow we were blessed with this week was a little reminder of home. Not just home, but Christmas BREAK! I thoroughly enjoyed being with my family and friends; even if we were engulfed in 30 inches of snow! So, here is a a little replay of my break!

Just a day after my last final I was homebound to the closer North Pole, MINNESOTA! Just a day before I was scheduled to come home, the majority of Minnesota got hit by a blizzard making it questionable to whether I was going to be able to go home on time. 😦  After a 3 hours of delay due to cold weather in Atlanta, I was home sweet home. I was welcomed  by 22 inches of white fluff, breathtaking air, and my very much missed parents.

Ugly Sweater Parties!

 When I was home, I  tried to soak in everything I wouldn’t be able to go when I got home. Like baking and cooking. It’s nice having a full kitchen and hungry mouths! I use to always cook for my dad and brothers so it’s a fun past time. I also got to shovel snow!! If I still lived in the Midwest I wouldn’t be so excited, but it is fun the first few times! Since I’ve been at college I have shopped a lot less then I use to and I miss it so much! I mostly did window shopping and shopping for others since I don’t like to travel with a lot of baggage. I also got to see my high school and college friends… a lot! Most of my friends and I haven’t missed a beat, which is really cool. I also got to let the little kid in me be unleashed while I played with my 3 little nephews. Man have they grown since I saw them last…. 5 months ago! All those little things make being home so great! I love it!

A little holiday bakng to share the love

All I wanted was face time with the people that I care about so much and have been with me through thick and thin. That is the neat thing about living so far from home; when I come back home I appreciate the little things. Whether it being the cold, the pigs, shoveling snow or being in short driving distance to see my friends and family. I will hold on to those memories until I’m home once again… after graduation!