Thursday, February 2, 2012

Groundhog Day

Today in the US is the day when a little guy called Punxatawney Phil predicts how much longer the winter is going to last...



This year marks the 126th time that the little groundhog comes out of his hole and if see his shadow it means that winter will last 6 more weeks other wise it will be an early spring. Since then many towns have created their own "groundhog" tradition but the original, the one from Punxatawney {in Pennsylvania!}, is the one that attracts the most amount of people.

Even though I know many of you would love for to have warmer temperatures, I hope winter lasts a bit longer or actually decides to come because the lack of snow is causing tremendous havoc to water supply in California, birds are migrating up to a month before they have to and crops all over the country are suffering. 


Another industry {one that I love!} suffering is hotels that rely on snow and tourists who visit them to enjoy and practice winter sports...

Have a great day and hope for a few more snowy days!
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35 comments:

  1. little luxury listFebruary 2, 2012 at 3:41 AM

    I forgot about groundshog day. What will Phil see?

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  2. tinajoFebruary 2, 2012 at 4:42 AM

    How fun - I love traditions like this! :-)

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  3. Christel @ Captivated by imageFebruary 2, 2012 at 4:45 AM

    I had no idea Groundshog day had this idea behind it, fun fact to know! True Winter has started last weekend, its so freezing over here. It's not that I don't want it, but I have to get used to the cold. It has been so mild! The Spring birds are already here and the plants are too early coming out, so you are absolutely right it should be differently. Hope you'll get your winter though...

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  4. IngaFebruary 2, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    And do you say Happy Groundhog´s day? :) Fun tradition.

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  5. Ana DegenaarFebruary 2, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    Oh my! I would give SO much to have the pleasure of experiencing one long Winter.

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  6. Hannah {Culture Connoisseur}February 2, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    I LOVE GROUNDHOG DAY! I was born just outside of punxy so I have a soft spot for the hog! :)

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  7. StephanieFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    I have to say, I am loving the milder winter. We've had lots of rain, but little snow. I do feel for those who rely on it. I know many of the ski areas have been too warm to even make much snow. I'll take a couple of snow days just so it feels like winter, but I really am ready for spring!

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  8. Tiffany KadaniFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:36 AM

    It's Groundhog's Day? I totally forgot! And that's my favorite movie, too.
    It actually bums me out that we didn't have a winter. Droughts always freak me out.

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  9. HOGGER + Co.February 2, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    6 more weeks baby!! :) can't wait - although I did miss the snow this year :(

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  10. Tina L. HookFebruary 2, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    Is today Groundhog's Day? Let me know the results. It seems I can't keep up to save my life.

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  11. amy b.s.February 2, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    i too am hoping for a longer winter and a lot more snow. my skiis are missing me!

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  12. Rowena @ rolala lovesFebruary 2, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    It has been an oddly snowless winter. I hope it won't result in any droughts.

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  13. AlexaFebruary 2, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    There is really no winter in San Diego...so either way. Sigh. I do love the snow.

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  14. Kathy February 2, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Fun! xoxo
    http://www.hellohellofriday.com/

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  15. Selvaggia CapizziFebruary 2, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    Groundhog day!!! I love this tradition!!!

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  16. Hilliary MeisnerFebruary 2, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    Love the tradition of GroundHog day! I really want spring to come!

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  17. UnknownFebruary 2, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    I am so ready for (permanent) spring to come! As our winter consists mainly of just overcast + rain, nothing as exciting as snow... Just love the smell of the air in spring!

    xo Mary Jo

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  18. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEFebruary 2, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    I hope for snow everywhere but here! Sorry but we had such a rough winter last year that I'm loving this weather :)

    Groundhog Day is a big one in my family because it's my Mother in laws bday so we always make a big deal about the association :) xoxo

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  19. Closet FashionistaFebruary 2, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    Yea, I hope it does get a BIT colder, but not too cold, haha...one more nice snow storm and I'll be happy
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  20. NedaFebruary 2, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    I didn't realize it was Groundhog Day!? In California, weather doesn't really change that much throughout the year so I guess that is why I'm clueless! :)

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  21. IsabelFebruary 2, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    wiarton willie (in canada) says spring is here! i hope he is right!

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  22. KimberlyFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    the weather has been so crazy i feel like even if winter lasts it's just not the same as it was years ago

    http://kc-citystyle.blogspot.com/

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  23. Style, She WroteFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    Great post on Groundhog'd Day, Elie! I never thought about the snowy tourists industries before, but fully support a few more weeks of winter if it helps them out. xo style, she wrote

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  24. SamFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Hi dear, Thanks for your kind b-day wishes! I never know about the history or reason behind Groundhog day until reading this post. Thanks for the education!

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  25. Wander.LustFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:28 AM

    although I love the warm weather, the decrease in winter months is pretty frightening...so lets hope for a longer winter this year.

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  26. JosieFebruary 3, 2012 at 2:02 AM

    Happy Groundhog Day, doll! Such a fun tradition.
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  27. Gawgus things...February 3, 2012 at 2:31 AM

    I had no idea this happened! It's -10°c in Paris today - brrr!

    Emma xx

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  28. UnknownFebruary 3, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    What a lovely tradition!

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  29. hope in high heelsFebruary 3, 2012 at 10:47 AM

    What an interesting tradition - I hadn't heard of it before. Must go and look up what the verdict was!

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  30. Demoiselle M.February 3, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    Praying, praying, praying for warmth! & SOON!

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  31. AnnieFebruary 3, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    I totally forgot about Ground Hog's day until I saw this post! LOL Such a fun tradition :)

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  32. UnknownFebruary 3, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    Aww lovely !
    Aimee
    www.new-yorkdoll.blogspot.com
    xxx

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  33. roothFebruary 4, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    Oh I hope they do get some snow soon as well!

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  34. margaret cruzemarkFebruary 5, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    Ohhhh this is sooooooo amazing!
    Kisses and hugs!!
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  35. A Very Sweet BlogFebruary 6, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    He was a smart groundhog, because it IS much colder today. LOL
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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