Winter Returns


To my delight, winter has returned.  The snow started on Wednesday late afternoon and steadily fell through out the night.  On Thursday, the "storm" left two inches but delightfully the flakes fell slowly and danced in the air.


January snow is my favorite but really any snow would be my favorite in that moment of time.  Heavy snow with large flakes that fall straight down and melts upon walking.  The frigid snow which squeaks a crunchy squeak.  Snow that never stays idle but blows in drifts and circles, as an arctic air blows wind.  Oh I love them all.


Yesterday's snow squalls were gentle, lilting, and ever so light.  While I was outside capturing the beauty I listened to the squirrels chip chip away in the woods as well as spied shadows in the distant trees of deer walking and waiting for me to leave.


I've mentioned before that when I grab my camera, Frodo dances and twirls in excitement knowing that we are going outside and we are exploring.  He stops when I stop.  I snap photos and he looks off in the distance watching and waiting for whatever is out in the woods.


Comments

  1. AnkeJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:48 AM

    I am happy you got the snow you wanted, but please do keep it in your area. ;-) It is raining here right now and there is a chance it might turn to snow tonight. We shall see... Have a beautiful weekend!

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  2. Kim January 23, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    Snow! How lucky are you. We are heading above 0 this weekend, what little we have will start to melt. Enjoy your weekend Karen.

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  3. Tracey ~ CloverJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:12 AM

    II think I need to come stay with you for awhile, I really would like some snow. Enjoy it for me okay? :)

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  4. stephJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:17 AM

    Lucky ducky you!!!! It looks beautiful!!! Frodo looks so happy, too!!! (Freddy says hi)

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  5. fjord girlJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:19 AM

    Yippee skippy- the snow looks wonderful and white- I bet Frodo had so much fun. Enjoy your winter wonderland Karen!

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  6. Juliann in WAJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    I love snow when I don't have to leave the neighborhood, to watch it soft and white in the yards, to walk and listen to the quiet crunch, crunch. But not on the days when I have to struggle to get up the hill and slide here and there - worrying about a different crunch sound :)

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  7. margeneJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    Frodo looks so much like my puppies. Schnauzer eyes are always watchful, full of concern, care, and deep in concentration. Our temperatures are in the 50s. No snow in sight. Must say I'm a little envious.

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  8. mamasmercantileJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:14 AM

    A beautiful winter wonderland, I must say I love all the seasons but I much prefer the sun. Have a great weekend.

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  9. DebbieJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    The snow looks so pretty! We've been having a gray, snowless winter in IL. We had an ice storm last week, but no snow. Enjoy!

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    1. karenJanuary 25, 2015 at 1:22 PM

      Ice storms are not fun, I prefer snow that is easy to plow and shovel!

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  10. DonnaJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    I love that last photo of Frodo! We are supposed to get a little snow tomorrow and my little furry guy is going to be oh so excited! Enjoy your weekend Karen.

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  11. BonnyJanuary 23, 2015 at 10:25 AM

    Lovely snow photos! We're supposed to get 6-8 inches this weekend, with more on Monday, so I hope you also get some of that to make your snow wishes come true!

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  12. Reinventing MotherJanuary 23, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    I so wish it were here! Beautiful:)))

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  13. GraceJanuary 23, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    We are kindred spirits when it comes to snow, Karen! I get a burst of energy and happiness when I see the flakes coming down. :) Frodo looks like such a sweet guy! Enjoy, I hear there is more coming tomorrow!

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  14. DiannaJanuary 23, 2015 at 12:50 PM

    I am grateful you got your snow you have been wanting! We had some of the same stuff. Are you preparing for the one coming through on Sunday?

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  15. kathy bJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:08 PM

    I love your love of snow and January. I love January snow as well. Lately its just gloomy with no snow and what is on the ground is black....but I have hope!!! I love a snowfall that I can view in daylight yours.
    Hi Frodo!

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  16. MonicaJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:14 PM

    Glad you are getting the snow you like and happier too that I am not! :)
    Frodo is so cute!

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  17. This little lifeJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:56 PM

    Beautiful, and I love your pup pictures. Have a great weekend.

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  18. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:21 PM

    We had a little snow this week - it was truly pathetic compared with yours! Frodo is adorable and his red harness compliments his colouring perfectly :)

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  19. ericaJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:38 PM

    so wonderful for you and Frodo to get some snow !!! while i write this, our island is getting drenched and there is no persuading Harlow to go for a walk. Have a great weekend Karen

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  20. susanJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:15 PM

    We're expecting some snow tonight and then again on Mondaay. I can't wait. Your photos are lovely and they capture the spirit of how you too feel about winter.

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  21. Amy at love made my homeJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:16 PM

    Frodo looks very happy in the snow! So far we have avoided any snow and that is fine by me, but I so enjoy seeing pictures of it on other peoples blogs! xx

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  22. Erin @ Wild WhispersJanuary 23, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    Well, hello Frodo! Your snow is lovely. I'm not blogging at all these days, but it's good to see you here, friend!

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  23. elizabethJanuary 23, 2015 at 9:48 PM

    yay for winter! and for your darling dog!!! :))))) So lovely! So we may be getting some winter weather this way too ... a storm ... but then NJ is crazy and we can have TONS of snow and see it melt in a day... blessed weekend to you my friend!

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  24. Shirley-AnnJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:59 AM

    How lovely Karen. Our snow arrived on Tuesday evening here in England and continued all through Wednesday - just beautiful. I too love the snow and winter. Little Frodo looks like he is having a ball!

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  25. kristieinbcJanuary 24, 2015 at 12:17 PM

    What a lovely post! It's nice to get to experience the snow through your blog. We are in very short supply of it in my corner of BC. It's looking to be the warmest January on record.

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  26. AndiJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:11 PM

    Yay for your lovely snow! I am of course so jealous.
    Ah, Frodo in that last pic is adorable. :)

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  27. JanetJanuary 24, 2015 at 3:12 PM

    We woke up to snow this morning. It was beautiful. Frodo has such a sweet little face. You could frame that last photo. Enjoy your weekend.

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  28. Judy S.January 24, 2015 at 7:24 PM

    Love those Frodo photos! It's gray and rainy here, but I don't really mind because you don't have to shovel it. (I grew up in WI and got my fill of snow, I guess.)

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  29. simply bevJanuary 25, 2015 at 12:36 PM

    Frodo is a cutie! My Django has loads of fun in the snow as well. Me? I'd rather be inside and enjoying the beauty from there!

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:45 AM

      Winter has always been my favorite season! Summer is rough for me but most people love it.

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  30. Kylie M-WJanuary 25, 2015 at 10:52 PM

    We got a bit of snow on Friday but not enough to stick... I'm a bit jealous of the amount of snow you got!

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  31. AliciaJanuary 26, 2015 at 10:30 AM

    HERMOSAS FOTOS!!!
    EL PERRO UN AMOR!!!

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  32. flyingjenJanuary 26, 2015 at 9:43 PM

    It was 73 degrees here today and not a cloud in the sky. Makes me want to start gardening. But sine it's only January...

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