Boots . . . What a Good Idea

With all the snow around here, I've been reminding Ben and Janae that they need to wear boots outside.

 

Both are fortunate enough to have good, warm winter boots that keep their feet dry.

 

It's funny, though--I'd never thought much about buying boots for myself, even though I spend as much time outside in the snow as they do.

I had boots when I was younger, but even when I lived in snowy places like Rexburg and Provo, I didn't usually wear them.

I am paying for this now, of course--with achy ankles, knees, and bones in general whenever it's cold and wet. I feel like a very old woman sometimes!

So, I finally decided to invest in some winter footwear.

 

I found a good after-Christmas sale and got some waterproof snow boots for half price. I've worn them every time I've gone out since, and I can't believe the difference it makes to have warm ankles. I feel so much less cranky and miserable!

 

I wonder why it took me so long. . . .