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A Change of Season ~ December 3, 2016

While Checkers napped, the cold winds blew, snow began to swirl and accumulate, and Autumn gave up its last long hold to Winter. Just before Thanksgiving, Winter made it's frosty presence here in the Northeast, howling and blowing, making a mess of the roads and cancelling school for not only ours, but many of the neighboring districts. There's just something about that first, wild, crazy snow storm that gets everyone kind of excited about what's going on outdoors, despite the chaos.

I had hardly just finished raking up the leaves strewn around our yard, when the storm winds blew leaves from yards round about us back into our own yard. As the snow began to accumulate, I found the two together made for a pretty picture.

But when the winds picked up later that afternoon, howling through our trees, visibility was quite compromised, and I was glad for our safety indoors and the cozy fire crackling to keep us warm.

Shortly after Thanksgiving, the air warmed again, melting all our snow, and bringing out some Bluebirds that I haven't seen in at least a few months! One was checking out the clay pot Dean and I made into a simple nesting spot for birds such as Sparrows and Robins. Hmmm, who knows? Maybe the Bluebird will decide that's just the perfect home for it, and will plan to move in next Spring!

No matter the season or weather, I always enjoy those times when I can capture pictures of moments of all that's going on around me, both indoors and out. ☺

I hope you're all happy and well, my friends! What's been going on in your world these days?

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Late Winter Storm ~ February 18, 2016

Here in the northeast, we finally got whacked with a pretty substantial snow storm! Since we've had a fabulously mild winter otherwise, I really can't complain. The beauty around us is amazing!

Just thought I'd share some of it with you. ☺

Not to worry, Spring is on its way!

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The Poor Little Guy ~ January 20, 2016

Today we had a beautiful snowfall.

It was heavy and lasted for most of the day.

On especially snowy days, the birds and critters clamor more impatiently for their food, and often squabble with one another.

Even though there's plenty of feeders and food for everyone!

Today, two squirrels were in a stand-off.

The one on the ground refused to let the one in the tree come down for even a moment! So that poor fellow in the tree tried to wait patiently, but in a ready stance to advance.

However, it soon became apparent that he'd have a bit of a wait.

So he found a place to sit.

Can't you just see his sad face?

(Even I felt bad for him!)

As the wait turned into quite a long one, I imagine he began to get cold as the snow began to gather on him.

So he snuggled in closer to the tree.

And all the while, this selfish, rude fellow

swung from the sunflower feeder most happily and carefree 'til he had his fill!

What a naughty little squirrel!!

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Picture Collages of Recent Days ~ January 19, 2016

Here in the northeast our winter snows have finally come.

What a change!

Charlie has been anxiously awaiting the snow, bemoaning that it just doesn't seem like winter without it. There, now he can be happy ~ and I sent him out to shovel it!

Dean spent 2 hours today clearing us out from a blizzard like night with steady snowfall and blustery winds.

Becca had to brush off her car, which had been sitting all day during her shift at work. She says she's not meant to brush off that much snow! It made me chuckle. I think she dislikes being out in the snow as much as I do!

I gathered the dogs for walks through the yard, and smiled as they romped happily in this white stuff that they remember is so much fun to play in....Such is the life of a dog!

When they'd had their fill, once back inside, I peered through the windows to watch my bird feeders. Then I took to the outdoors to snap some pictures.

Despite not liking the snow and cold of winter, I find myself enjoying the beauty of the season nonetheless!

Wishing you well, my friends!

~ ♥~

Soup Warms the Soul - January 2, 2016

It's the perfect evening for a steaming hot bowl of soup!

One that warms you right down to your toes.

So I went to the pantry and grabbed my can of

Progresso Italian-Style Wedding soup.

I've been waiting for just the right kind of day to have it,

and today was that kind of day. ~ smile ~

Snow Upon Snow

Here's a post I wrote up last week, but the pictures wouldn't load, so I didn't publish it. Tonight, I finally got the kinks worked out...

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Last night the snow started falling, and falling and kept on falling. And the wind blew. And there was beauty, there were drifts, and there was S N O W........ As I type, nearly 24 hours later, snowflakes are still swirling and racing on the wind. Reports say my area has received upwards of 19" of snow thus far!

So while my husband braved the nasty weather to dig us out, what did I do from my cozy indoors? Take pictures, of course!

And how thrilling it was to see so much activity at my feeders today!

The Cardinals were out in droves, just as they were in this picture I captured recently!

They seemed to love my tray feeder this time.....

And Melissa sat in a trance, staring at them nearly all afternoon ~ except for an occasional pounce at the glass, which she just couldn't seem to resist!

Rest assured, when all was said and done, a nice hot bowl of soup, a hug and a kiss were waiting for that husband of mine when he came in out of the blustery, unrelenting snow!