The melting snow has created a pool of water on top of the ice layer on my pond. But since it still is the start of winter and not approaching spring, there shouldn’t be any swans swimming in the small patch of water. And by tomorrow, my pond will be frozen over again.
Patch of Water
The clouds were thick today but if they weren’t, they would have had a windswept look from the gusty winds.
Windswept Sunset
The melting snow dripping off my roof cut a trench into the snow and created a little river. Water can cut rock and create gorges which rivers run through and often creating waterfalls which is prettier than my little ditch through the snow.
Temperance River Cutting Through
With a temperature almost setting a high record today, it was nice to be outside but at 42 degrees, it still wasn’t as warm as a 4th of July day. So I will wait a few more months before taking a trip to explore lighthouses like Seul Choix Point.
Light at Seul Choix Point
On many social media platforms, Thursdays is the day when some users will post nostalgic pictures or items as part Throwback Thursday. Even with the temperature above freezing today, the ice is getting more treacherous so I won’t mind an autumn throwback day.
Autumn Throwback
The barbed wire didn’t stop the cold biting wind early this morning but maybe it is roping in the warmer temperatures this evening which might melt some snow.
Winter Wire Wreath
The new year blew in some cold air to start the new year and month on a chilly note, but hopefully if the forecast is correct, the arctic blast won’t last more than a few days.
Cold Start
With snow falling and blowing this evening, I think I will just snuggle in a blanket and watch some movies instead of venturing out on the town for any of the new year festivities.
Snowing at the End
The month of December is approaching its end and this evening was the last Sunday sunset for the year.
Sunday Sunset End
After more snowflakes this morning, the sun poked out for a while on this cold day. The poor inside plants haven’t seen much sunshine this winter, but seeing a wild rose outside is still a half year away.
Wild Rose Wait
