An Early Winter Wonderland

In the most unexpected and splendid way, winter is suddenly upon us.

It began snowing early this morning, and the sky hasn't stopped blanketing the woods and yard with it's thick, fluffy flakes since then.

We are cozy and warm inside with our cocoa and tea. Even the birds are seeking refuge in the branches of the hedgerow, though they seem happy enough fluttering around in the soft snow.

And soft it is. It's a perfect light, delicate snow, settling softly on each bough and branch.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. 

A Winters Walk

On my way home from the market in town this morning, I took a short detour down into a conservation area quite close to my home, Balls Falls.

The sun was out in all it's glory and there was a fresh blanket of snow, peacefully resting on everything. It was quiet, except for the low grumbling of the nearby falls, and the sounds of kids laughing while pulling their sleds back up the steep hills.

The air was crisp and quite cold but the sun was still warm. It was the perfect day to foot through the deep snow, snapping some photos.

Enjoy the tour!