A Cozy Snowy Morning at Santa Marta: Gratitude and Community Spirit

This morning, I awoke to the soft glow of a snowy landscape outside my window. For a moment, I sat quietly, watching the peaceful scene and appreciating the simple beauty of it all.

Finding Peace in the Snow

Wrapped in the warmth of my room, my thoughts turned to gratitude. Living here at Santa Marta means I no longer worry about the usual winter challenges—no shoveling the driveway or sidewalks, no frantic efforts to keep pipes from freezing, and no fretting over snow accumulation on the roof. Those worries are a thing of the past, a distant memory of the days when winter storms brought more stress than wonder. Here, I can simply enjoy the snow without the usual burdens of homeownership.

A Breakfast Beyond Expectations

Feeling content, I decided to head down to Della Terra for breakfast. To my surprise and delight, I found a delicious continental spread waiting for me. The aroma of fresh coffee and baked goods filled the air, inviting me to indulge in the cozy warmth of the dining area. I marveled at how everything was perfectly set up despite the snowy conditions outside. How did anyone even manage to get here, let alone prepare such a wonderful breakfast?

As it turned out, Estephanie had arranged for some of our servers to stay overnight to ensure we had breakfast in the morning. Hannah, Lauren, Abby, and Elvis all volunteered to help. After serving dinner the night before, they retreated to the guest rooms, changing into their pajamas for a cozy night.

The Dining Team’s Overnight Adventure

At only 9 p.m., it felt too early to sleep, so they decided to explore Santa Marta. Their first stop was the library where they browsed through the books, appreciating the quiet ambiance. Next, they headed to the media room, but the idea of watching a movie seemed daunting with the early morning looming ahead. They wandered to the pool, enjoying the warmth and mourning the fact they hadn’t brought swimsuits, which left them unable to swim. Finally, they ended up at the ping pong table where they played a lively match that Hannah won.

Before heading to bed, they treated themselves to a midnight snack of ice cream, relishing the sweet treat before retreating to their rooms. Settling in with “The Hunger Games” on the TV, they eventually drifted off to sleep, having set alarms to wake up early. Despite two of them sleeping through their alarms, they managed to rise and prepare for the morning rush.

Creating Warm Memories at Santa Marta

Downstairs, Josh had already started on the breakfast preparations. The wonderful aroma of eggs, bacon, hash browns, fresh fruit, and yogurt wafted through the air. We were all surprised and deeply grateful to find a hot breakfast waiting for us, complete with steaming cups of coffee.

As we enjoyed our meal, the servers shared their overnight adventures. They promised that next time they would come better prepared—with swimsuits, games, and plans to make the most of the media room. A huge thank-you to our incredible dining team for going above and beyond to create such a memorable snowy morning at Santa Marta.

This heartwarming story was written by a Santa Marta resident, capturing the joy and gratitude of community living during a snowy winter morning. It reflects their personal experience and the extraordinary efforts of the dedicated Santa Marta associates.