Yes, I do miss it. We sometimes get snow, but not this winter. Things have been warmer than usual in my state. It feels more like autumn right now. There's a practical side to this because the temperatures not being low means spending less on heating utilities, and not having to worry about pipes potentially freezing in my old house, but still, not being cold enough to have snow feels strange for winter, because it's such an iconic part of the season. The presence of snow really helps weave the atmosphere of a winter wonderland. It's beautiful seeing snow-covered rooftops and icicles in the trees, especially when everything sparkles under the moonlight and is enhanced by the glow of holiday light decorations. It feels like straying into an illustration in a fairy tale.
It's nice to look out the window on Christmas morning and see everything frosted over. It's also silly fun to play in big piles of snow, just like it is to jump in a stack of autumn leaves. I enjoy building snowmen like people build sand castles. You're especially grateful when you're there playing in the snow instead of at work or school because it's been cancelled due to to the weather. Making snow angels and throwing snow balls is like a childhood rite of passage. I envy people who can go ice skating right now and snow boarding.
Being in your pajamas, snuggling under a nice warm blanket, sipping coco or hot cider, tea or other winter treats as the snow falls and the fire crackles is quintessential winter.
Playing games in the snow is especially fun when you have dogs, as I do, seeing their reactions of amazement when snow appears is priceless.
