When life hands you snow, take pictures

You know the old adage aboutsnow in May... that the fluffy white stuff could be collected and kept, as it was thought to have healing powers to cure sore eyes.

Residents of central and western Newfoundland have a lot to work with after the record amount that fell on May 24.

According to Environment Canada meteorologist Rodney Barney, 36 centimetres fell by 12:30 p.m. Thursday.

Many people reached for their cameras, and we've put together a photo gallery... just so you can take it all in.