The ice and snow does some interesting things to trees. It’s still coming down here in Southwestern Virginia and the power flickered a couple of times during the night. Here is what greeted me this fine winter morning.
The tops of the evergreens to the west of our house
These first caught my eye as I looked out the kitchen window. I grabbed my camera and ran [read walked fast] down to the basement to take some shots.
Full shot of the evergreens
Check out the tomato cages still in the garden. I suppose I should have done something with those before now.
Willow tree out back
As I turned to get just the right shot I noticed the willow tree perfectly crystallized. Intriguing.
And the rather large bush by the road
To me this looks like a sea urchin. What do you think?
Later I’ll take a walk out back and see if there are any great shots not viewable from the comfort and warmth of the house. Now to go finish the cup of coffee sitting on the table waiting patiently for me.
Hi Anne
I’ve always enjoyed winter.
I remember as a child going out when it was snowing and being so excited – snow is like some sort of magic.
As an adult I’ve done a lot of skiing in the Alps and waking up after a heavy fall of snow and seeing the trees just like your photos, is amazing.
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Anne
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February 6th, 2010 at 2:21 pm
@Keith Davis, It never ceases to catch my breath when I see the trees and earth frozen in time.
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That is so beautiful! It’s actually cold here in Israel now, but only snows in the far north (Golan Heights).
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Anne
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February 6th, 2010 at 2:39 pm
@Anne Moss, After spending most of my life in perpetual Spring/Summer it’s a nice change to see the snow and how it plays across nature.
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Hi Anne
“Trees and earth frozen in time” just about sums it up.
BTW thanks for visiting my site and leaving a comment.
Much appreciated
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Anne
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February 6th, 2010 at 2:34 pm
@Keith Davis, Anytime, Keith. I really enjoyed your opening story. It’s a great reminder that just because something looks like it comes easy to someone doesn’t mean it always did.
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Final comment Anne
Just realised the connection between my opening story and your photos… skiing / snow!
How Spooky is that?
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Anne
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February 6th, 2010 at 2:43 pm
@Keith Davis, It’s fate.
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Nice images there, Anne. What’s funny about the storm most of you experienced yesterday is that it was the one day where we didn’t get a single bit of snow. The sun was out all day here, and he usually snows at least a little bit every day. For instance, it’s lightly snowing today, which I assume means it’s probably stopped snowing where you are. Go figure.
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Anne
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February 7th, 2010 at 3:19 pm
@Mitch, That’s interesting, Mitch. I was surprised when my aunt in NJ said she didn’t get any snow either. We’re expecting more later in the week so you should get another reprieve.
Now to listen as it slides off the metal roof. Not quite the same effect as rain.
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Photos like this makes one appreciate the beauty of winter.
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Anne
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February 8th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
@Rose, Me, too, Rose. I still need to go out back and see if there are any great shots to be found a little off the beaten path.
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Truly the beauty of winter and many thanks for sharing such awesome pics..nature at its best! Absolutely stunning! Keep up the fantastic work.
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Anne
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February 9th, 2010 at 11:41 am
@Aswani, Thank you, Aswani. I took 47 more all along the property. Even found my little john boat is trapped under a canopy.
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Beautiful pix Anne. I probably would have finished the coffee first. That shows dedication to photography. I love the way it feels so open. Don’t you love the silence of snow? The other day I opened the window and asked my husband to listen to the snow. It’s stunningly quiet and beautiful, isn’t it? What I love about living in Italy are the four distinct seasons. I drive by the same fields on my way to work and one day the are white, one day, green, one day red and one day brown. It’s a beautiful thing to witness.
Thanks for sharing. Julie
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Anne
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February 10th, 2010 at 8:23 am
@Julie at jbulie’s blog, Thank you, Julie. I’m notoriously bad about getting a cup of coffee, putting it on the table, then forgetting all about it. It’s almost always cold by the time I return. {sigh}
I do love the snow. As tired as I am of feeling cooped up in the house I keep reminding myself this doesn’t happen every year. Some years we’re lucky to get a flurry or two. My favorite season is fall when the leaves change to all the pretty warm earth tones. But, it is all very different than growing up in South Florida where there are two seasons: Summer & Spring.
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Your killing me with these winter snow pictures, just killing me. I love snow and love the way snow looks on mountains and tree’s, you live in a really really beautiful place. So jealous…
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Anne
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February 12th, 2010 at 7:26 am
@Extreme John, It’s prettier since we don’t get winters like this every year. They reported on the news last night that this time last year we were outside in t-shirts. I’m going to enjoy it while it’s here.
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Snow and ice can make for some pretty pictures. We used to get waves of snow in our yard it was very cool.
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Anne
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February 12th, 2010 at 7:27 am
@Lucy, Hi Lucy. It’s really interesting the way the snow changes the landscape. I’m going to have to go out in the spring and take some similar shots for comparison.
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Hi Anne
Quick comment to let you know that I have just installed CommentLuv on my site… felt guilty at not being able to give you a link back to your latest article.
Clear conscience now LOL
If you get a minute….. nip over.
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Anne
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February 17th, 2010 at 7:09 pm
@Keith Davis, That is really sweet of you, Keith. I will be sure to pop on over.
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