Snow!
You've probably heard that we're having unusual amounts of cold and snowy weather here in the Pacific Northwest. It's been snowstorm after snowstorm for, what, 8 days now? I know for a lot of you out there, this is business as usual. But for us, it's completely and utterly astounding.
When I woke up yesterday morning, the snow had fallen so heavy and thick it covered everything and flocked all the trees. I've never seen anything like it.
Usually if we get a bad storm, (which we only do every few years), we get ice. Not this. It's beautiful.
I got up early because I wanted to get pictures before anyone else came out. Lucky for me, this time of year the sun rises late and doesn't peek over the neighboring trees until 9:00 a.m. or so.
Sunshine this time of year is also unusual. Normally it's just grey and rainy for months on end. So to see both is such a treat.
Honestly, unless I move to some other part of the country, I may never see scenes like this again. And also, honestly, as beautiful as it is, this morning I was ready to have it melt and go back to my year-round gardening.
Except guess what it's doing today? Again? That's right. Unbelievable!
Supposedly it'll all be gone by Christmas. Which is a little ironic. But in the meantime, my son and I invented some new lyrics for a familiar winter-time song:
The weather outside is frightful,
but the cookies so delightful
As long as we've got some dough,
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.
Well the cookies are nice and warm,
Fresh and gooey and hot,
I could go outside and play
but then again, maybe not!
And so on...
The sugar kicks in at this point, and we get a little random with the lyrics, but you get the idea.
Happy Holidays!
Comments (22)
What beautiful pictures you took! no wonder it was so many of them! :))
Merry Christmas!
Ewa
Posted by Ewa | December 20, 2008 1:00 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 13:00
Gorgeous photos. No matter how long I've lived in snow country, I still think it's beautiful. I love it, when I'm driving at night and the brush on the side of the road sparkles in the headlight. You did a nice job with the pics, thanks for sharing.
Posted by Cindy C, | December 20, 2008 1:03 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 13:03
Hi Angela -
Being not too far from you I agree with your thoughts about enough is enough! My cousin and her husband just moved here from California. This morning I told her I think God arranged this weather just for them - when it's gone, they won't complain about the rain! In the meantime, stay dry, safe and warm. Hang onto your hat, my friend, I hear we're in for worse before this is over! Hope they are wrong.
~Adrienne~
Posted by Adrienne | December 20, 2008 1:21 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 13:21
These are some very gorgeous pictures you shot here ! I'm afraid we are a little snow weary at the moment so not a lot of enthusiasm right now .. and we have months to get by yet.
But .. I loved these pictures ! Well done !
Posted by Joy | December 20, 2008 1:43 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 13:43
Great photos, Angela! I love pretty snow pics, but I'm with you, as long as it melts fast. That really IS a pretty snow. Enjoy while you have it. I forget if you are in WA or OR? I'll have to see if you have it posted.
Posted by Rhoda | December 20, 2008 2:01 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 14:01
WOnderful photo's. I wish we could have a little dusting of snow, but I am afraid it is not in the forecast. Thanks for posting your pictures they are wonderful.
Lorri
Posted by Lorri | December 20, 2008 2:23 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 14:23
What gorgeous pictures.I love the gate and arbor shot.Just beautiful!
Posted by Lona | December 20, 2008 2:58 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 14:58
hi angela - gorgeous pix!! so happy you get to experience 'real winter' and "traditional" christmas. and it will all disappear before you know it. hope you have a wonderful christmas. jkj
Posted by jane | December 20, 2008 6:36 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 18:36
We are loving the snow too! Except for when we have to go out and drive in it. Yesterday early-it was sooo magical how the sun made the snow sparkle! Great photo Angela!
~Smiles~Tam!
Posted by Tam | December 20, 2008 8:55 PM
Posted on December 20, 2008 20:55
Wow! You did get a lot of snow there. We got some earlier this week but it's all gone now.
I love that picture at the top of the post. It's beautiful. Have a great weekend, Angela! -Julia :-)
Posted by Julia @ Hooked on Houses | December 21, 2008 6:19 AM
Posted on December 21, 2008 06:19
Hi Angela :)
Even after living in a place that gets snow for the past three years, I'm always amazed when it happens. Enjoy it while it's there :)
I don't always comment, but I visit a lot and I wanted to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
rue
Posted by rue | December 21, 2008 8:23 AM
Posted on December 21, 2008 08:23
Angela,
Enjoy your snow while it lasts. We have over a foot of snow here, all within the last 3 days, and it will be the first White Christmas in years. Of course by Thursday it will probably be dirty, gray snow, but you get the picture. I just hope my son gets here from Seattle to make his Mom happy.
Merry Christmas,
Janet@ Housepeepers
Posted by janet | December 21, 2008 2:25 PM
Posted on December 21, 2008 14:25
Wowzers! Beautiful winter scenes. Thank you so much for sharing.
Posted by Sue | December 21, 2008 4:14 PM
Posted on December 21, 2008 16:14
Do I need to tell you how jealous I am? So jealous.
Your photos are gorgeous.
I am swooning over your garden entry gate.
Posted by Emily@remodelingthislife | December 21, 2008 8:42 PM
Posted on December 21, 2008 20:42
Hello Angela, it is a fable landscape! beautiful photos! brava!!! Andreina
Posted by Andreina | December 22, 2008 6:06 AM
Posted on December 22, 2008 06:06
I've seen flocked wall paper but trees? The trees are so lovely!
Merry Christmas!
Posted by The Nester | December 22, 2008 7:51 AM
Posted on December 22, 2008 07:51
I'm so jealous.
Posted by We are THAT family | December 22, 2008 10:56 AM
Posted on December 22, 2008 10:56
Enjoy it while it lasts, Angela -we have family in Seattle and they're also snapping photos like mad. Your gate would be wonderful at any season but is particularly lovely in that picture...but the one that made me smile is the metal plant support-thing. The snow makes it look like a sheep!
Annie at the Transplantable Rose
Posted by Annie in Austin | December 22, 2008 12:10 PM
Posted on December 22, 2008 12:10
Wow! That is a lot of snow. You took some great pictures. It is lovely. I sure don't miss it though, LOL! :)
Posted by tattingchic | December 23, 2008 4:17 AM
Posted on December 23, 2008 04:17
Beautiful, what are you complaining about?!? LOL!! We, in central Canada, have way less snow, but it has been COLD here. I only moved here from your area a couple of months ago. Your snow should be gone soon, right? Enjoy your white Christmas. Hugs, Cynthia PS Thank you for your wonderful blog, I enjoy it.
Posted by Anonymous | December 24, 2008 5:04 AM
Posted on December 24, 2008 05:04
Your pictures of the snow are so much better than mine! It really was extraordinary.
Posted by angelina | December 26, 2008 10:25 AM
Posted on December 26, 2008 10:25
I love your snow photos. Especially the one of the gate open. Just beautiful!!! I hope you thaw out soon.
Happy New Year to you!!
Posted by Sharon | December 29, 2008 9:24 AM
Posted on December 29, 2008 09:24