The first snow....

Forecasters said 1 - 2 inches. We got almost 6 inches of the white stuff. Wet, heavy snow.

This photo is looking out front through the living room window - taken through one of the stained glass pieces that has beveled glass in the center. So, no, you're not seeing double. If you are seeing double this early, well, good for you. You must have had one hell of a night!

Again, this is looking out front and taken with a 70-300mm zoom lens.
I love the drooping shape this fir tree takes when laden with snow.


This morning was busy with the chatter of birds getting a snack from the feeders. This little robin was sitting high in the tree branch just observing his or her surroundings.

After tending to the chickens this morning, I walked to the edge of the meadow, not entering, leaving the pristine white snow untouched for just a little while longer, to see who had been passing through the night. I stood for a bit to enjoy the silence of the morning before the day becomes filled with the sounds of children playing, dogs barking, snow blowers, and off road vehicles. It is my small peace. My greeting to the new day and all it brings.

The sound of silence - such a precious commodity.