A Break in The Weather-Winter Solstice

The weather has turned a tide & is clear & warmer today.
It means not having to burn as much firewood, but on the other hand it means the kids are out playing in the cul-de-sac!
I never recall any of us little girls screaming when I was young, probably because one of the neighbor Aunties or my mom would've back handed them!
I cannot wait for the next storm!