Epic Adventure #6: the SNOW couple

It has been a little bit since my last post. I blame tests and that random holiday that probably had tons of people eating too much sweets...yes, Halloween! (err...I mean Valentine's Day!)

But here it is, a new idea! And after going to the mountains last weekend, a very good one at that.

So, this is a completely biased post for anyone who happens to be suffering this winter in the snow. Now, since I am originally from sunny Cali, I too have been suffering the effects of freezing temperatures and layering on clothes like I'm experiencing a blizzard every day.

HOWEVER, there are some benefits to the snow covered countryside. This date is one of them.

So I pose the question, when was the last time you went out to build a snowman? When you were 10? Personally, I have never made one (BUT I WILL!!!!), but I imagine the sense of accomplishment would feel EPIC.

Now, this date is really for people who have been together for longer then a few weeks (or at least know each other realitively well). Why? Well, because it requires a shovel, being in a relatively secluded spot, and a specific type of gloves - and when you hear stuff like that, don't you just get freaked out?! The individual planning the date surprises their partner with an outdoor adventure, telling them absolutely nothing until you get there.

Once you come across a clean patch of snow (preferably away from the noise of the city), you hope out and bring them to what you believe to be a very good patch of snow. There, you proceed to pull out of your duffle bag (see how this can be scary!!!) a thermos of hot cocoa, water proof gloves in their size, and a carrot.

Yes. A carrot.

You tell them that the activity of the day: "We are building a Snow couple!"

And since you have all the accessories also in that handy bag (plus a camera to document the fun), you both waste no time in making your snow people. Something I'm sure not many people have done in any time recently. Personally, I would make sure that they are standing close to one another and when you get to their arms, have those branches (or whatever you are using) crossing. Then pull out a big red ribbon and tie them together (like they are holding hands!!! And seriously, this idea is just toooooo sweet. I want pictures!)

So, to reCap:

1. Buy snow people accessories (hats, scarves, coal, carrots, branches, shovel, bucket, etc.)
2. Buy waterproof gloves (for yourself and your partner).
3. Make hot chocolate.
4. Drag your partner out to a snowy place.
5. BUILD SNOW PEOPLE!!!!
6. Take a picture.
7. Come back and tell me about it.

And in case you've never built a snow person before, here is a resource I found to help you. Good Luck!

Cheers!