The Winter Blues By: Shannon Lewis

With the many frozen and frigid days the winter season brings, the days can seem lengthy and boring. We all seem to have a lack of motivation and low energy, but having a little creativity can help you survive the cold winter days and get you through those “winter blues.” Here are a few ideas to help keep you and your friends motivated and entertained this winter season:

• go ice skating
• try out new holiday recipes
• learn to knit
• knit a scarf
• have a movie marathon
• go sledding
• make hot chocolate
• make snow cones out of real snow
• build a snowman
• get a group of friends together to play games
• stay fit and hit the gym
• get ahead on service hours

These are just some of the endless ideas for you to do this winter to keep you from getting the “winter blues.” Make this winter season a productive one and get out there to keep yourself motivated. Be sure to bring your friends along with you to make the activities even more fun!