That kitty silhouette is adorable! The ears are in the position that we used to call "wearing a hat" when my cat Oliver did it. Is that snowfall an early record? I don't remember snow that early when I lived in Cuyahoga Falls in the 1st and 2nd grades. In those days we had a milkman. One morning he told my mother to keep me home from school, because the drifts were so high. He was afraid I might disappear while walking. Lynne in NC
Thanks for your thoughts, Betsy. The shingles rash has gone and the Bell's Palsy is improving. I am still left with the nerve pain. The neurologist said it can remain indefinitely sometimes. But it is not as severe. That is progress : )
Brrrr! . . .I bet Garden Girl is feeling the cold . . . lol All those pictures are beautiful ~ you had quite a lot of snow there. I love particularly the photo of the snow behind the stained glass window. I bet all the cats come inside to keep warm . . . That photo of the robin is good enough for publication ~ I can see it on traditional Christmas Cards ~ great shot! Is it a robin? your's are a bit different to our's ? . . . :) Keith . . where are you?
Well, she's still smiling....I didn't see any shivers! ha. Lots of cats inside today...although they did go have a good game of chase out in the back...so fun to watch! That is a house finch...cute little guy! Yes, our robins are big old things....lol....
Ed - It's not a stained glass window, it's just glass decorated with coloured film and stick-on lead, very nice though. Those pictures would win all the prizes in a Photographic Competition. Well done Betsy, you missed your true vocation in life.
Poor Aphrodite, all covered in snow. The kitty in the window must have been thinking "I really, really need to go toilet, but i think i'll wait a bit longer until the nasty white stuff has gone away!"
the cat's posture looks like he's disgusted, the bird looks happy, the statue lady looks cold, and oh my your beautiful windows make the most perfect frame for the beautiful snow! Beautiful photos!
Betsy, your ;pictures makes me want to live where it snows. It's so beautiful. I love your lovely lady in the snow...It's like her white velvet wrap. I got everything done I needed before Thanksgiving..so I'm off my break. It was a productive time.
Like everyone else has said already, beautiful pictures! I love snow pictures! All we got here---roaring in this afternoon---was the cold wind!! Brrrrr. I'm chilled to my bones. Guess I really am getting old!
You should be a sponsor for the visitors bureau of Ohio. It is gorgeous there. The birdbath water froze last night for the first time here this year. Boy, it sure doesn't look pretty though. We need some moisture! Glad you all have some. Stay warm. Taria
Ohio is kind of an unsung beauty...I don't think anyone would name Ohio when naming lovely spots...but it is! No mountains or anything fancy, but it is lovely all the same!
It was the perfect day for a quick stop at the library (after spending the morning on my laptop...), some laundry, a pot of cabbage soup, a quick nap, and an apple pie (or two) to share with a friend tomorrow
All we got was COLD and a little misty rain. 23* overnight and up to 40* today. Only 33* tomorrow. We at this time of year usually get in the 50*s during the day but this cold snap is staying COLD. haha. I'm envious of the snow. :)
I'd say that's VERY cold for you guys down there! Brr! We're in the single digits this week during the nights...Brr! The snow blowers were out in force in our neighborhood today!
SNOW!!! I love the snow so much and these are beautiful, Betsy. The house finch is absolutely glorious and should be featured in a publication. He, and the surrounding snow-dipped berries, look like a painting. This would make a gorgeous card... and I would buy it! I think Garden Girl looks rather pleased with her head and shoulders dusting. Such a pretty stole she is sporting and look at kitty in the window. I bet they had a blast frolicking about. We had a wee bit yesterday and today but it is not sticking. Had our first power outage last night - no electricity for over three hours. Was getting a little cool in my home!
He posed so nicely, didn't he? And with the perfect background. This snow was very photogenic...so fun! Later in the afternoon the thick buildup on the trees fell like avalanches...that was fun to watch, too! haha.
Wow, you really got a bunch of it Just rained and rained at my blog pit That I will take with ease The snow can stay there and please Suza is a bit nuts with snow Looks like the kitty is not impressed with the show haha
My husband talks about wanting to see the midwest and east coast areas. Since we're both teachers we've traveled quite a bit in our little motorhome during the summer, but haven't been farther east than Colorado.
So very pretty. I especially loved your photo looking through your pretty stained glass window, and the sparrow with the berries. All photos are beautiful.
You had a pretty good amount of snow, especially for this time of year. I'll definitely have to send you all of our snow as it looks so much more beautiful at your house.
Hope you are well. You've had a lot of "thoughtful" THINKING this past week, and somehow I think that's not a good sign. Hope I'm wrong.
Send it...you know I'd take it. As long as we have power, that is. :)
I have been thoughtful and quiet for many days now..you're so observant. :) I need to manage my stress better...working on that. Lots on my mind, too....crazy! I think I need a vacation. :)
I'd send you my son's books that teach relaxation techniques but I don't think that alone would do the trick. Can't always get stress to go away, so I hope you can find a way to release a bit of it.
Thanks, Yuji. I know what to do...it's just doing it, I think. I have some things on my mind and then I fell out of my routine during the reno of working out and being organized and it's proved to be a bad combination for me. haha...I need to get back on track!
Hi Betsy ... lovely photos - and snow is just stunning when it's all pristine .. love your statue lady - she looks happy in her white shawl ... also the window shot through the louvres ... the fan, the stained glass shot .. and then real life - Madame Cardinal I think .. Gorgeous .. take care and I can quite imagine you need a break ... it's lovely for us to be here though ... Hilary
Yes, I'm glad garden girl still has a smile on her face. She must like snow just like me! Gargoyle, on the other hand, doesn't look amused at all! haha.
Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteMe too....
Cheers!
Linda :o)
Sure was pretty to wake up to! But the boys were home today, so my plans all went out the window. ha.
DeleteThat kitty silhouette is adorable! The ears are in the position that we used to call "wearing a hat" when my cat Oliver did it. Is that snowfall an early record? I don't remember snow that early when I lived in Cuyahoga Falls in the 1st and 2nd grades. In those days we had a milkman. One morning he told my mother to keep me home from school, because the drifts were so high. He was afraid I might disappear while walking. Lynne in NC
ReplyDeleteWell, it does seem a bit early for snow but it came the same time last year. Maybe it's the new normal now. ha.
DeleteYes, that kitty is wearing a hat! haha...perfect description.
I remember when we had a milk man....I was about three years old...then they were extinct! lol....
Love both window photos...perfect! We had snow, too.
ReplyDeleteBoy, it's going to stay cold this week, too....no chance of it melting!
DeleteAre you feeling better? Thinking about you...hope you're on the mend!
Thanks for your thoughts, Betsy. The shingles rash has gone and the Bell's Palsy is improving. I am still left with the nerve pain. The neurologist said it can remain indefinitely sometimes. But it is not as severe. That is progress : )
DeleteGlad you're improving! Think positive....prayers that it won't be indefinite! :) xo
DeleteVery beautiful photos, especially kitty silhouette!
ReplyDeleteHe was watching the snow fall!
DeleteExquisite photos, Betsy. I love the cat in window.
ReplyDeleteI think there was a cat in every window today...lots of entertainment with the snow and the busy bird feeders!
DeleteMe again. I forgot to ask what kind of bird that is?
ReplyDeleteIt's a male house finch....I just love that pink color on him!
DeleteBrrrr! . . .I bet Garden Girl is feeling the cold . . . lol
ReplyDeleteAll those pictures are beautiful ~ you had quite a lot of snow there.
I love particularly the photo of the snow behind the stained glass window.
I bet all the cats come inside to keep warm . . .
That photo of the robin is good enough for publication ~ I can see it on traditional Christmas Cards ~ great shot! Is it a robin? your's are a bit different to our's ? . . . :)
Keith . . where are you?
Well, she's still smiling....I didn't see any shivers! ha.
DeleteLots of cats inside today...although they did go have a good game of chase out in the back...so fun to watch!
That is a house finch...cute little guy! Yes, our robins are big old things....lol....
Ed - It's not a stained glass window, it's just glass decorated with coloured film and stick-on lead, very nice though. Those pictures would win all the prizes in a Photographic Competition. Well done Betsy, you missed your true vocation in life.
DeleteWell, thanks Keith. And if you'd just make me some real stained glass windows, I could swap them out with my fake ones! ha.
DeleteBeautiful! I love snow! and the stone girl look happy!
ReplyDeleteShe does look happy! Maybe winter is her favorite? haha.
DeleteYes Im sure she loves winter and fall:)
DeleteMe too!
Poor Aphrodite, all covered in snow. The kitty in the window must have been thinking "I really, really need to go toilet, but i think i'll wait a bit longer until the nasty white stuff has gone away!"
DeleteOh dear...he'll be waiting a long time! haha.
DeleteIt is very beautiful, but I'm glad we don't have any yet.
ReplyDeleteYou just have rain! I'd rather have snow, I think.
Deletethe cat's posture looks like he's disgusted, the bird looks happy, the statue lady looks cold, and oh my your beautiful windows make the most perfect frame for the beautiful snow! Beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteIt was such a treat to see the snow through those windows! What a beautiful day!
DeleteBetsy, your ;pictures makes me want to live where it snows. It's so beautiful. I love your lovely lady in the snow...It's like her white velvet wrap. I got everything done I needed before Thanksgiving..so I'm off my break. It was a productive time.
ReplyDeleteYou'd need more than a denim jacket, Wanda! ha. Glad you had a good break... my to do list is long...need to get busy!
DeleteSo pretty! It's been snowing here to.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing your statue in the snow.
I've enjoyed her in every season and wondered what she'd look like in the snow! Love what Wanda said...a white velvet wrap around her.
DeleteLike everyone else has said already, beautiful pictures! I love snow pictures! All we got here---roaring in this afternoon---was the cold wind!! Brrrrr. I'm chilled to my bones. Guess I really am getting old!
ReplyDeleteWe're going to be in the single digits at night this week....so I'll be saying Brrr, too!
DeleteYou should be a sponsor for the visitors bureau of Ohio. It is gorgeous there. The birdbath water froze last night for the first time here this year. Boy, it sure doesn't look pretty though. We need some moisture! Glad you all have some. Stay warm. Taria
ReplyDeleteOhio is kind of an unsung beauty...I don't think anyone would name Ohio when naming lovely spots...but it is! No mountains or anything fancy, but it is lovely all the same!
Deletefancy is overrated. there seems a peaceful beauty there. I appreciate your sharing it with us. Taria
DeleteIt was the perfect day for a quick stop at the library (after spending the morning on my laptop...), some laundry, a pot of cabbage soup, a quick nap, and an apple pie (or two) to share with a friend tomorrow
ReplyDeleteDo you have snow?
DeleteSuch lovely photos! I like them all, especially the one of the statue. =)
ReplyDeleteI hope you are staying warm!
Yes, staying warm....but I didn't leave the house today! haha... must run errands tomorrow so I'll be bundled up!
DeleteBeautiful Miss Betsy!
ReplyDeleteAll we got was COLD and a little misty rain. 23* overnight and up to 40* today. Only 33* tomorrow. We at this time of year usually get in the 50*s during the day but this cold snap is staying COLD. haha. I'm envious of the snow. :)
I'd say that's VERY cold for you guys down there! Brr! We're in the single digits this week during the nights...Brr! The snow blowers were out in force in our neighborhood today!
DeleteThat last image is beautiful but I also love the subtle hues of turquoise in a couple of the others. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteThat sweet finch captured my fancy this morning. I couldn't stop taking pictures of him!
DeleteIt's like you used the Black & White setting on your camera.
ReplyDeleteI like the pops of colors in some of the pictures.
Cool, yes, cool!
It does look like black and white!
DeleteSNOW!!! I love the snow so much and these are beautiful, Betsy. The house finch is absolutely glorious and should be featured in a publication. He, and the surrounding snow-dipped berries, look like a painting. This would make a gorgeous card... and I would buy it!
ReplyDeleteI think Garden Girl looks rather pleased with her head and shoulders dusting. Such a pretty stole she is sporting and look at kitty in the window. I bet they had a blast frolicking about.
We had a wee bit yesterday and today but it is not sticking. Had our first power outage last night - no electricity for over three hours. Was getting a little cool in my home!
He posed so nicely, didn't he? And with the perfect background. This snow was very photogenic...so fun! Later in the afternoon the thick buildup on the trees fell like avalanches...that was fun to watch, too! haha.
DeleteWas just reading your comment about a cat in every window. Ha! Not a lot of people can say that... and have it be true!
Deletehaha...so true! The windows that look out onto a bird feeder are the most popular!
DeleteWow, you really got a bunch of it
ReplyDeleteJust rained and rained at my blog pit
That I will take with ease
The snow can stay there and please
Suza is a bit nuts with snow
Looks like the kitty is not impressed with the show haha
We got a bunch and I sent some to you!
DeleteBut not so much to make you blue!
Maybe it will reach you by tomorrow
and I bet I'll hear your sorrow. haha.
Ha, Pat!
DeleteYes, I am a bit nuts with snow
Wish we had lots and lots to stow
So far it's sparse, light and wet
But plenty will come very soon, I bet!
None have reached my shore
DeleteToo mild today for that to be in store
Your snow mail failed indeed
Works fine for my feed lol
As long as it all stays near you
Plenty you can have at your zoo
Must have fizzled away
Deleteas it got to the shores of Maine.
Suza might send you some snow weather
as you Canadians stick together.
haha.
Oh my, Betsy! What beautiful snow...and what beautiful pictures! You do awesome photography...and I love the windows in your home!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dianna....a very photogenic snow for sure! Absolutely gorgeous!
DeleteSo beautiful! Someday I'd love to travel to your part of the country. Maybe when we retire.
ReplyDeleteLaurie
Well, that would be fun! You'll have to look me up if you get over here!
DeleteMy husband talks about wanting to see the midwest and east coast areas. Since we're both teachers we've traveled quite a bit in our little motorhome during the summer, but haven't been farther east than Colorado.
DeleteSo very pretty. I especially loved your photo looking through your pretty stained glass window, and the sparrow with the berries. All photos are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteNo snow for you? Maybe soon! Bet it's cold, though!
DeleteYou had a pretty good amount of snow, especially for this time of year. I'll definitely have to send you all of our snow as it looks so much more beautiful at your house.
ReplyDeleteHope you are well. You've had a lot of "thoughtful" THINKING this past week, and somehow I think that's not a good sign. Hope I'm wrong.
Send it...you know I'd take it. As long as we have power, that is. :)
DeleteI have been thoughtful and quiet for many days now..you're so observant. :) I need to manage my stress better...working on that.
Lots on my mind, too....crazy! I think I need a vacation. :)
I'd send you my son's books that teach relaxation techniques but I don't think that alone would do the trick. Can't always get stress to go away, so I hope you can find a way to release a bit of it.
DeleteThanks, Yuji. I know what to do...it's just doing it, I think. I have some things on my mind and then I fell out of my routine during the reno of working out and being organized and it's proved to be a bad combination for me. haha...I need to get back on track!
DeleteGorgeous!! Oh, how I love snow!! I think the birds just look prettier with all white as a backdrop. :)
ReplyDeleteI'd take snow any day over dead, brown, sleeping earth. haha.
DeleteHi Betsy ... lovely photos - and snow is just stunning when it's all pristine .. love your statue lady - she looks happy in her white shawl ... also the window shot through the louvres ... the fan, the stained glass shot .. and then real life - Madame Cardinal I think .. Gorgeous .. take care and I can quite imagine you need a break ... it's lovely for us to be here though ... Hilary
ReplyDeleteYes, I'm glad garden girl still has a smile on her face. She must like snow just like me! Gargoyle, on the other hand, doesn't look amused at all! haha.
DeleteSuper snow photos. Same weather here, only you got more.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm guessing you're happy about that! haha.
DeleteLooks like you got a bit more than we did here in Knoxville, Betsy :) Ah, nothing like the first snow of the season!
ReplyDeleteI suppose they are all freaking out and you're telling them that they have no idea what a real snowfall is like! haha.
DeleteBeautiful...love the stained glass window shot!
ReplyDeleteSo...how many FEET of snow do you have? :)
DeleteWow yes, it really did snow a lot didn't it!! xx
ReplyDeleteWe have a nice blanket, yes!
DeleteGarden Girl looks a bit cold, but she's still smiling.
ReplyDeleteMaybe her smile is frozen, too! ha.
DeleteGood point!
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