Sunny Breaks

We seem to get a lot of grey days in November and December, but after Christmas morning dumped our 15" of fresh snow, the snow squalls did blow east, and the sun came out, at least briefly.  Nothing like fresh snow, bright sun and blue skies!

It didn't last long, but the view out back sure looked nice for awhile with those blue skies.

The snow had accumulated heavily on the big spruce trees.

And blowing from the west, it had stuck to the trees down the old fencerow.

I even dug out my trusty smallest snowshoes and the mukluks, and headed out to refill the bird feeders.  I'm beginning to get tired of grey squirrels though!

Our Celtic fish kept an eye on me as I went by.

This place is such a change from our last home, but it's growing on us, and the view out back, as well as the community of friends, is a highlight.

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Feeling like a blogging celebrity tonight.  Went for my short little walk around the cul-de-sac, getting a bit of fresh air and at least stretching my legs, even if not getting any exercise.  Out came a tall gentleman a lot younger than myself, a complete stranger, from a home that obviously had guests for Christmas, and introduced himself - he knew who I was!  He'd recognized me walking by.  In fact he introduced himself as 'my biggest fan'.  Apparently he discovered my blog sometime, and now finds it keeps him in touch with home here, while he's actually living in Tennessee!  His wife came over to see who I was, and when she was introduced, I think she was the one who said 'Oh, you're a celebrity!'.  First time I've ever been stopped in the street and met a new blog reader, so welcome Jason and Laura-Beth, hope you continue to enjoy it and perhaps we'll meet again when you're home visiting.