2012 Snow Sculpting Competition

2012 Snow Sculpting Competition

Day 74 – I went to check out the snow sculpting competition today. The judges will see the final works tomorrow so everyone was busy trying to finish up. The place was a buzz with the sounds of chisels and shovels, kids laughing, music playing. It was cold and crisp today and the wood burning in barrels to keep the folks warm was a lovely smell. I’ll try to get back there tomorrow. I always like to see who won.

 

House Finch

House Finch
House Finch

Day 59 – I realize that I posted a picture of a house finch in the bushes before. But this little lady surprised me this morning when I pulled up. She stayed just long enough for me to grab my camera and get a shot. Let’s see if her and the gang are there when I put up the Christmas lights. I’ll make it up to her by filling the feeder out back.

 

Evergreen

Evergreen
Evergreen

Day 57 – “It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanates from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit.’ – Robert Louis Stevenson

Geese In Flight

Geese In Flight
Geese In Flight

Day 50 – I am thankful that I got to spend this lovely day at the park with my two favorite people. I am also thankful that I got my camera out fast enough to catch this group of geese flying over the water.

 

White Rose

White Rose
White Rose

Day 13 – Every day I drive by this gorgeous public rose garden. It is a beautiful sight to see the flowers still in bloom so late in the year.