We have seen temperatures in our neighborhood recently that have not been experienced in recent years. With temperatures in the vicinity of zero degrees Fahrenheit, and wind chill factors making it feel even colder, it is almost as if we were living somewhere in Canada. Thankfully we have been spared the storms that have hit the New England area. The winter has disrupted our weekly routine of going out into the woods every weekend.
It is beautiful outside the house. Looking out from the kitchen window one sees the swarms of small birds that are flying around undeterred by the cold. There are blue jays aplenty alighting on the crepe myrtle behind the house and then there was this one looking back at me from its seat on the fence behind the house.
Beautiful patterns of crystals form on the cold windows.
The stormy winter nights lead to sights like this outside our front door.
Sunsets do not look too bad either.
The deer are getting desperate with the cold and the snow on the ground and they are eating the stuff that they normally would not touch. I need to keep them away from the plants.
Seneca Creek at Riley’s Lock is frozen over.
The Potomac River is also frozen over at Seneca Creek. One can cross over to Virginia if one wanted.
Huge chunks of smashed up ice line the side of the river.
And then there is this view at Violette’s lock.
You cannot blame me for thinking that winter can be enjoyable in its own way.
We have snow falling outside right now, and it is expected to eventually change to ice and rain. The temperatures are eventually expected to rise to around freezing. It is going to be a different experience. Wonder if I will get a chance to go outside tomorrow!
Splattered Brains 