Waking up to a world blanketed in white
A snow-covered landscape is a gorgeous sight
A fairly rare occurrence in the Southern States
Everything looks glorious but danger awaits
The moment you start driving on icy streets
Inadequately treated- not sliding on them is a major feat
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The city has shut down, during the pandemic we did learn
That working from home was an acceptable way to earn
A living- therefore on a snow day
People in the comfort of their homes click away
I thank those who have stayed off the roads, so that essential workers like me
Can take time and chances on the roads more easily
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I drive through the slippery roads cautiously
As I pull into the hospital parking lot, I claim victory
Once deeply ensconced inside I pause to peer our of my office window
To admire the dramatic landscape outlined in snow..
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Snow is a rare guest where I live
Each time it snows, an opportunity it gives
For us to experience beauty profound
As well as a challenge when we move around
Having said that, now I’ve seen enough snow for this year
I’m ready for warmth, for the snow to disappear
Passion...unbridled 
I am here in the Florida Panhandle where we did, indeed, have a record amount of snow–almost 9 inches! Unheard of!
What is so strange is everything was closed–businesses, restaurants, grocery stores, even the medical centers–except for ERs cancelled all appointments. But on the news they said in a 12-hour period, EMT made over 200 transports to the hospital. What were people doing in a snowstorm that required a trip to the ER?!
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Maybe people were driving out and skidding. I stayed in the hospital but many hospital employees did not make it to work due to crashes/ sliding on the ice.
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Probably. Even though we were told to stay off the roads so they would be open for first responders. So many roads were closed, too. People just don’t heed the warnings… Thank you to medical staff like you who are at the ready to help.
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