Yesterday was cold here, 30s but perfect for a walk in the woods. The trees were still dressed in their white coats from the snowfall a couple of days ago.
The little brook that flows from a marsh on the Zak Preserve had ice on it!
I spotted a snow heart! This one is especially for Rainfield.
Last night Ashton put up the Christmas tree and decorated it. It was bittersweet for me, listening to her memories around each ornament. In the past I purchased an ornament for each child, based on a special event of their year. I couldn't help but think of Ashton in her velvet Christmas dress, eagerly hanging ornaments on the tree as a child. Each child would hang his or her ornaments. My two sons have their own homes to decorate but Ashton is still at home to decorate the tree. I miss the "oohs and ahhs" from little children on Christmas morning, the opening of their stockings and paper and bows flying all around the room.
Today the temps were in the 20s but Buddy and I bundled up and headed out in the crisp air. I enjoy walking in the cold. The neighbor's pond was lightly skimmed with ice.
The trail next door is still covered here and there with snow.
The creek that winds around behind our home has ice along its banks.
A wee snow heart on a branch.
The fern was still so bright and seemed to be holding up the snow. A very pretty contrast.
Yesterday was cold here, 30s but perfect for a walk in the woods. The trees were still dressed in their white coats from the snowfall a couple of days ago.
The little brook that flows from a marsh on the Zak Preserve had ice on it!
I spotted a snow heart! This one is especially for Rainfield. 
Last night Ashton put up the Christmas tree and decorated it. It was bittersweet for me, listening to her memories around each ornament. In the past I purchased an ornament for each child, based on a special event of their year. I couldn't help but think of Ashton in her velvet Christmas dress, eagerly hanging ornaments on the tree as a child. Each child would hang his or her ornaments. My two sons have their own homes to decorate but Ashton is still at home to decorate the tree. I miss the "oohs and ahhs" from little children on Christmas morning, the opening of their stockings and paper and bows flying all around the room. 
Today the temps were in the 20s but Buddy and I bundled up and headed out in the crisp air. I enjoy walking in the cold. The neighbor's pond was lightly skimmed with ice.
The trail next door is still covered here and there with snow.
The creek that winds around behind our home has ice along its banks.
A wee snow heart on a branch.
The fern was still so bright and seemed to be holding up the snow. A very pretty contrast.
27 comments:
Thanks for the walk. The pictures are wonderful. I can see you are enjoying the first signs of winter.
Hi Cheryl...I miss the family and the Christmas traditions that used to be...but we can hold those memories in or mind...
You have snow ..I just have a wee bit here and there,but it sure is cold..14 degrees this morning!!
I like the winding creek picture and you and your hearts lol ; }
Evenin' Cheryl, your photos are so beautiful. You do find hearts everywhere you look, don't you. Like a gift from God. Stay warm!
OH GOSH that is gorgeous! What a walk, what a dog :) makes me feel Christmassy!
Lovely photos, Cheryl...the snow heart was perfect!
I lost the Christmas magic when my kids grew up, but I got it back again through my grandchildren!
You're first picture of the snow-covered pine trees is beautiful.
Christmas and children seem to go together. Decorating the tree was always exciting when the kids were at home, I still enjoy it, but it's not nearly as much fun.
Cheryl...beautiful photos...pulling out the Christmas ornaments is so much fun...and remembering past Christmas'
Neat pictures of the snow, Cheryl... Looks COLD up there... Love seeing the ice --and of course, the snow heart... Thanks for sharing.
Aren't you glad Ashton is still home --to help with the decorations?
Hugs,
Betsy
there is beauty in winter and memories of Christmases past to get us through the holidays!
Is a snow heart hot, warm or cold?
The winter looks great with a heart.
Hi Cheryl! Wonderful winter! You're startin' to freeze over there while we have only a slight cool air on this side of the globe. Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos!
Smile and always keep warm!
These photos are so beautiful! Now I wish that I would have braved the cold yesterday. I think it only reached 28F but it seems to be not as cold today.
Take more walks and show more photos. :)
Cheryl,
Thanks for the walk through the woods. What beautiful photos of the snow. You are so fortunate to already have such lovely snow. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas with the snow. Loved the photos and the walk.
Hi Cheryl, you sure you not free lancing for Nat. Geographic? Ha ha.
Holy Smoke! Everyone one of your photographs....too sinful to call them 'pics', ha ha...very creative. Each photograph tells 3 pages of what you saw thru your lens.
Love that 'snow heart on a branch'. Classic shot.
Only someone with your kind of eyes will spot that and tell a story with that photograph.
Looking at the river, my mind wondering what fish is in the frigid waters.
Love to do some fishing there.
Incidentally, I am a 'catch and release' fisherman.
Besides I don't go overboard for fresh water fish.
Have fun, Cheryl.....stay warm, stay young and have fun, Lee.
What great images! Thanks for taking us on the walk with you and Buddy.
Hugs,
Lois
=( It is always sunny from where I come from. Not a drop of snow. It's beautiful over there, Cheryl.
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the snow is really fascination..I want to experience it one day!
Christmas with small children is the best, isn't it? We don't have any little ones around any more either so we just make the best holiday we can and enjoy this time of life. Hugs to you and I hope you are feeling great.
Again, your photos are just exquisite. I love the areas you have photographed. Christmas traditions do change as we get older, and as life changes. I miss the Christmases of my youth, with my parents and siblings, the warmth and love of those special occasions. Now, new traditions are in the works. Hugs, Kathleen
We don't have snow and ice where I live, so I enjoy seeing it in your charming pictures.
You've found a snow heart, now you'll sure find a heart of..ice.
Beautiful pics as usual, Cheryl! We had a little snow this week here in Long Island.My son disappointed, he was expecting more snow to play with.
Have a great weekend!
Terrific snow shots.
love the stockings hung with care....
Cheryl;
Love the walks that you take us on.
So beautiful and the water is so still!
Love how you see hearts, I know that you are so full of heart.
Merry Christmas my friend. I am feeling good, my family will all be here for the big day. (hopefully the weather will stay civil! :)
Hiya cheryl, i love those pictures!! This blog is amazing i will definetly be coming back to read more!! I am a new bloger, and i would really appreciate it if some experienced bloggers like yourself would pass by my blog sometime and offer some comments, thank you
Happy, Healthy New Year Cheryl.
Hope you're having a great Holiday!
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