February 19, 2025: The Heavenly Manna

There’s a mysterious substance in the universe.

It’s elusive and rare — especially where I grew up. Sightings are few, almost mythical.

What is it… Gold? Diamonds? Plutonium?

Nope. Snow cream.

Freshly fallen and transformed into a bowl of wintry perfection. My mom was a master at making it. And somehow, it always tasted better than anything store-bought.

Manna from heaven.

Today, my town got over six inches of snow — our third storm this season. Prime conditions for you know what.

Here’s looking at you, Mom.