We knew it was coming but somehow we hoped the forecast might be wrong. What a contrast from this time last year when my St David's Day photo was of daffodils and rain in Cardiff.Across Britain snow has brought disruption, difficulty and dilemma. Should we all carry on regardless? Or is it wise to cancel what we can and wait for the thaw? The logic of commerce seems to favour the former, concern for human well being might indicate the latter.
Does Lenten practice help in deciding? On the one hand, there is virtue in overcoming difficulty at personal cost. On the other hand, unexpected time to pause and reflect is valuable.
Since I began writing it has stopped snowing here but with the temperature still below zero the dilemma remains unresolved. I intend to put decisions off a little longer.
