Even the most cynical would be hard-pressed not to revel in the beautiful winter snowfall outside this morning. It's a lovely storm -- steady falling snowflakes. The dog and I were the first ones up, and out. We were alone on the streets of Christmas morning. He was anxious to return home -- perhaps he smelled the gift under the tree or missed the warmth -- but I kept us moving forward, enjoying the dark, the quiet, the snow all around us, unspoiled by cars and yes, other people. #smallstories