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What is a Snow Day
A snow day is a term commonly used to describe an unexpected closure of schools, workplaces, or public services due to heavy snowfall and hazardous winter weather conditions. For many, it is a day of excitement and relief from routine responsibilities, while for others, it can be a significant disruption to daily life. Snow days occur in regions that experience seasonal snowfall and can vary in frequency and severity depending on climate patterns. This essay explores the causes, impacts, and cultural significance of snow days.
By Juan Hernandez11 months ago in Wander
Shepard and Flock
On the train now. I’m reading a book by jack kerouac. I’m next to a freight train. He used to work on them. A working man. I look at my working man’s hands. He describes scenes of drunken Bafoonery. Much like the ones that I’ve had recently. I can’t help it. Neither can he it seems. Longing for adventure or some crap like that. I’m reminded of what James said to me. I look like him. As our 6 month catch goes on he tells me that I’ve inspired him to fix up his dad’s car. He has the car I have my boat and the bloke at our table has London. He recently moved into James’s old place. A house in Brixton. Even took over his old job. It makes me smile. He’s going to take over James’s old life and make his own. Like a hand me down jumper. Like James’s dad’s car. We sit and we talk for hours. Go outside and get stoned. Right down thoughts as they come. Use a bookies pen to pen something onto my hand. I’d rubbed it off by the next morning. Getting out of bed on three ours sleep. Whilst James half asleep tries to close a curtain. He’s asleep by my fire. We had to call it a night. We were still stoned at 3:30 rolling another one as a night cap. I needed to be at work for 7:30. It’s about 6:30 at that point. My work clothes aren’t even on the boat. So I go in jeans. I have a jumper there and overalls. My eyes bloodshot. I’m still stoned. Not hungover though so that was a blessing I stager down to the cafe where I get my morning bacon and egg sandwich and a capuccino. Other trades sit around me. All waiting on their own food. I feel later than usual. I don’t recognise the faces. I look at myself in the mirror. They probably don’t recognise me either. I leave and get my bus. Everything feels off. I’m feeling like this might be the day that gets me. I’m into work. I get changed head down. Lager is on my tongue. That horrible taste of one too many pints. I burp my breathe the taste of that forgotten pizza. I’m tasked with hammering a boat. Getting all of the rust off it. The day before I had dismantled every loose sheet of aluminium steel and all of the tires along the sides. It was easy. Just me and Mike. I’d even welded a plate to another boat that morning. This was different this was awful. This was pain. By 2 I had a migraine. I never get them. Air chiselling blindly at the sides because health and safety told us we had to wear big bulky masks. We look like future soldiers. Master chief, Spartans. I have a paracetamol. The first one in years. Maybe my second ever. It helps for a moment and I get back on with my job.
By John Gilroy11 months ago in Wander
Namche Bazaar: First Acclimatization Stop on the Everest Region Trekking
One of the most popular trekking and mountaineering routes in the world, the Everest Region continues to draw trekkers and mountaineers from every corner of the globe. Naturally, it boasts the tallest of all peaks—Mount Everest (8,848.86 meters)—but it is not only about conquering trails. It has much more to offer—a walk through beautiful landscapes, ancient monasteries, and the absolutely unique cultural diversity of the resilient Sherpa people. But this trek also has its share of beauties and thrills, as well as challenges—a major one being the adjustment to high altitude.
By Nepal Trek Adventures & Expedition Pvt. Ltd12 months ago in Wander
Title: "The Serenity of Lily Ponds: Nature’s Perfect Escape"
The Tranquility of a Lily Pond – A Window into Nature’s Serenity of Peace A serene and detailed digital painting of a lily pond surrounded by greenery has been created. The artwork showcases pink and white lilies floating gracefully on still water, with vibrant greenery and colorful flowers enhancing the surrounding area. The natural stone edges and soft reflections in the water evoke a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. Let me know if there's anything else you'd like to add!
By Say the truth about a year ago in Wander
Natures Symphony: The Harmonious Beauty of Bangkong Kahoy Valley Near Mount Banahaw Dolores Quezon Province
On November 30, 2024, our adventure began as we set out for Peaceful Forest Haven, a serene retreat nestled in the picturesque Bangkong Kahoy Valley (BK) in Dolores, Quezon Province. Our group comprised five enthusiastic friends eager to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. To enhance our journey, we made stops along the way to pick up colleagues from Eastwood, Pasig, and Muntinlupa City, adding to the camaraderie of our outing.
By Domingo Añasco-Gaces Samontina, Jr.about a year ago in Wander
What Makes American Culture Unique? Top American Culture Values, Customs & Traditions of the USA
What Makes American Culture Unique? In my opinion as a student who is a native English speaker, the American culture is the most interesting one to study. It is a mixture of traditions, beliefs, and influences from all around the globe. In this article, I will talk about the characteristics of American culture, which distinguish it from other cultures.
By Zephyr Stormabout a year ago in Wander
Open Sesame - Fannies Emporium - A Morpeth Treasure Trove
Introduction The last time I was in Morpeth I walked past an antiques place in an imposingly impressive building and liked the sign that said "Dogs are Welcome, and humans if they are well behaved" or something akin to that.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Wander
The Lessons That I Derived from My Recent Wanderlust
The darkness that surrounds the storm is often the most turbulent period of hardships that embellish us into the trance of not knowing what to do. I learnt the lessons of patience, virtue and gratitude from the darkest periods of my life. Life has its ways of embracing us in its wisdom, staggering us into the whirlwinds of challenges and adversities, only to gift us with peonies of hope. Hope can metamorphose mountains of hatred into the galloping beauty of existence that showers us with the narrative of self-belief and confidence. It is often in a wanderlust away from our daily surroundings that we realize the wonder that the world we live in has to offer. Forgiveness after a storm is like accepting the catastrophe without denying the damage it has done. It is painful but necessary to survive, to thrive in our lives.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Wander
The Karakoram Highway: The Eighth Wonder of the World
The Karakoram Highway, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," is a marvel of modern engineering and a breathtaking journey through the rugged landscapes of the Karakoram mountain range. Connecting Pakistan and China, this 800-mile highway, which traverses the Khunjerab Pass at an elevation of 15,397 feet, is one of the highest paved roads in the world. Built under extremely challenging conditions, the Karakoram Highway (KKH) stands as a testament to human perseverance, determination, and ingenuity.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in Wander
The Longest Flight in History: 64 Days in the Sky with a Cessna 172
In December 1958, two pilots, Robert Timm and John Cook, embarked on a flight that would go down in history as the longest continuous manned flight ever recorded. Flying a modified Cessna 172, the duo remained airborne for an astonishing 64 days, 22 hours, and 19 minutes, covering approximately 150,000 miles (240,000 kilometers). Their feat, now recognized by the Guinness World Records, remains unmatched, standing as a testament to human endurance, ingenuity, and the spirit of adventure.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in Wander
