AlaskaVX, thanks for the explanation, but I really do think this is an isolated problem for some of us... not normal ABS operation. I have pushed on my pedal as hard as I could (and I'm no frail little thing ) and I still wasn't stopping.

I will definitely use the Neutral method of stopping when necessary.

I am going to have my 30,000 miles service down after the holiday and I definitely am going to have them check the brake system and ABD thoroughly.
I think that it's about time for a brake change (pads) and that may have some influence on my problem.

Until then, I will drive in snowy conditions with the ABS fuse in my pocket.

Joe