Summary
St. Thérèse, a Carmelite nun and mystic known as the Little Flower of Jesus, expressed her love for snow in her autobiography. She fondly recalled how she eagerly awaited snow on her wedding day to feel like part of nature’s white world, much to the surprise of those around her who expected clear skies and no snow. St. Thérèse’s love for winter is mirrored by St. Gianna Molla, a devout Catholic who was an avid skier. Before their marriage, she wrote to her husband Pietro about how she enjoyed observing God’s creation during sunny days, especially the beauty of white snow. Both saints exemplified living well in the seasons provided by God, including wintertime. The article encourages readers to embrace the comfort and coziness winter offers, suggesting activities such as knitting, journaling, cooking new recipes, reading, or enjoying nature’s snowy landscapes. It also mentions St. Thomas Aquinas’ “five remedies for pain and sorrow” to help with winter blues.
Key Topics
St. Thérèse, St. Gianna, snow
