16 inches... of snow...

This week was intense! We had a HUGE snow storm. I am not joking. It snowed almost 16 inches! How crazy is that! We were informed that we were not allowed to drive in this terrible weather and so what did we do?? Well to be honest I would have been fine with some Hot Chocolate, but instead we trudged through the snow and shoveled out cars. We were outside for 3 hours digging out 6 cars from the parking lot. It is just not a good idea when a snow plow comes through and pushes all the snow against the cars. I was in snow up to my waist! It was so much fun! We bonded with a lot of our neighbors as we all came together to dig out each others cars. We had some laughs, falls, colds, and a wonderful time doing service for one another.
I am so grateful for the acts of service we can provide for one another. It really is the best way to get to know one another and to develop charity for those around you. It is also a ton of fun! Just imagine 8 people with brooms, ice scrapers and a few shovels going to town! It really was quite entertaining. The best was being able to share the light of Christ through the small acts of service. Derek A Cuthburt once said,

"Service changes people. It refines, purifies, gives a finer perspective, and brings out the best in each one of us. It gets us looking outward instead of inward. It prompts us to consider others' needs ahead of our own. Righteous service is the expression of true charity, such as the Savior showed." (The Spirituality of Service)

I am so grateful for the fun, crazy opportunity to serve this week. Even with the sore back and arms, it was worth it!