It is spring in Durango. Technically it is the second day of spring. And it is snowing—a lot. The snow dump started yesterday with more forecasted through the end of the week. The weather outlook shows snowfall in feet, not inches. Ugh.

A few weeks ago, my previously favorite blog subject (otherwise known as my middle son, Ben) called me for advice. The reason isn't significant now, but his approach to the conversation carried weight with me.

"Mom, I need your advice on something….