Our first major snowfall arrived overnight.
…soon will the winter be on us, snow-hushed and heavy. (Sara Teasdale)
…suppose we did our work like the snow, quietly, quietly, leaving nothing out. (Wendell Berry)
…The country seems bigger, for you can see through the bare trees. There are times when the woods is absolutely still and quiet. The house holds warmth. A wet snow comes in the night and covers the ground and clings to the trees, making the whole world white. For a while in the morning the world is perfect and beautiful. You think you will never forget… (Wendell Berry)
I got up also around 5:00 this morning and looked out my window and saw exactly what you described. Here in Pittsburgh we are expecting two or three inches of snow. Be Encouraged ! Be Blessed!
Yes, Francine, it’s arrived. In Pittsburgh, in Tri-State. A soft white blanket covering the northeast.
This is the perfect moment – enjoy. And remember.
Yes…
Ugh!
Ugh? It was beautiful out! (Until the rain started up)
Yup….I remember.
I remember living ithe first 31 years of my life in the Northeast
I’ll remember to think about y’all this afternon. Tee time at 2pm.
Give me South Carolina any day.
PS….Sorry if that was not polite.
Smiling. Not polite but I would have said the same. 🙂 Hope you had a good round.
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Thanks for sharing Makere.
There is something so perfect and beautiful about undisturbed snow. If only it could stay that way.
Snow falls quietly,
Overnight, gathering all
In its white embrace.
Beautiful. Thanks for sharing Carolann.
Jealous! 🙂
Enjoy!
It “was” beautiful out Debra.
I (extreme northeast) am so tired of winter’s whites and all the living that it steals. “Pretty” isn’t a good enough trade-off, you know?
I, on the other hand, much prefer snow and warmer climates than bitter cold and wind.
Enjoy the peaceful loveliness and stay warm!
Doing all of that Vicki.
Ahh … the peace before the slush event!
Yes. And the slush certainly showed up.
love this first blanket. so soft and comforting, just like when we are babies.
Yes, and so still and quiet….
Our snowfall has come throughout the day, transforming the world outside our windows into a winter wonderland. I watched the pups tear out across the yard, scooping their noses and kicking up their heels (so to speak), and I smiled. This is why I live in a land of four seasons, each carrying its special joy….beautiful photo, pal. Hope you’ve had a snuggly day…
Awwww, I could see the pups running in the snow. What an incredible visual…thanks for sharing Lori.
For a while in the morning the world is perfect and beautiful. You think you will never forget… We do unfortunately. Good reminder to take these precious moments and appreciate. 🙂 I am today. Thanks
Yes Karen, it’s all about gratitude. And yes, again, we do forget.
Lovely photo. We have 25 degrees celsius here in Hastings, New Zealand. No snow for us in the winter either. Your photo is so peaceful and serene. 😀
25C. Very nice. As to the photo, as they say, every once in a while a blind squirrel trips into an acorn. It certainly isn’t up to your standards Raewyn, but I too loved the shot. Thanks.
Your photo is great. Very serene. it reminds me of the first snowfall of the winter and everything is so quiet. 😀
Beautiful and peaceful. We skipped the white part and went directly for the wet part.
Slight omission (warm and wet). I’d take THAT. 🙂
Such a beautiful, charming, peaceful calm – an early morning gift.
It is Christie. It is.
Your neighborhood is picturesque. When I was a girl I liked to watch a “Christmas in Connecticut” and “White Christmas” An older sister’s favorites. Such classics, even back then. The love of the outdoors natural beauty, architecture and interior design was and is somewhat satisfied when watching classic moves and I can think of a few more recent vintage of movies that fit that mold as well. Enjoy your day.
Thank you. There is considerable charm in winter in CT with the Cape Cod homes and the rolling hills…