Hello, lots to catch up on. Winter showed up mid December. We have snow! And lots of it, in the last 24 hours. It has not stopped snowing all day and the wind has been blowing, more like gusting. I did venture outside briefly, as the fire wood box was getting kind of low. It was refreshing and quite brisk. But hey, a real Canadian winter, what more could we ask for? Someone else was out and about too, when there was a short break in the weather. Nice coat. Healthy animal. He does has a good voice because I have heard him and his pack, many times. He is not alone out there. He is brave, bold, venturous and handsome. Most of all, he is Sleek and Sly, the brightest of all stars. We have met before. Sometimes he sees me, but today I see him. Canis latrans found only in North and Central America. Very adaptable, Mr Coyote.
Sleek and Sly
I am not really sure if this is a Winter picture or if it is, a Summer picture. I do know for sure, that this picture was taken circa 1960….. In July, yes July, the one in the summertime. That’s what I said, July in Northern Alberta camping in a tent. Still a pretty good time to camp if you’re prepared enough. But some how the Shuswap says a whole other story of camping, and houseboats and being out there, under the stars. And the heat. Shuswap Sunshine. And speaking of Sunshine! Maybe some of my pictures may be from somewhere else soon. Somewhere I have never been before! A surprize, especially if I get there! Although I have never been anywhere before, I may be almost “been from somewhere” soon. But, will keep you posted if all works out, out here, look at all the trees, out here. All the trees covered in snow! But no clues for now until all is planned and proceeding. Do I have to take my tent?
July in Northern Alberta
There is not alot I can say about this picture. Only another seven, eight months before this kind of weather is back. Here any way! Living the Shuswap, and if you have a look over on the sidebar, you will see the Carmel Beach condos on the Shuswap. Something always going on.
July in the Shuswap
What a Tree! That’s a heck of a big picture too! But having a fancy tree with all those lights is pretty exciting to see around our place. We don’t often have that much electricity on in the same place. Being off the main power grid, we like to have our lightbulbs spread around the house, instead of all in the same spot. Don’t believe me do you? You should, it is all real. Some times in the really cold winters, we will leave the generator running all night long. Strange to have lights at night. Saw a set of three one time, neighbour too. It was Triangle in origin. Must of been some tree, there’s alot going on there too. The memories hang on as decorations do. Time for new. How can I make a difference? How can I help? What can I say. Does it make a difference? I think it does. Stay strong little tree. Shine Bright my friend. Shine on! You will figure out what to do in the best way you can.
Oh Christmas Tree
This morning the temperature in the back porch which is enclosed and totally sheltered is reading -22. Yes 22 below. Day before was only -16. Time to get the warmest coat out of the closet, which just happens to be a Hudson’s Bay Coat. They made pretty good blankets too. Wow, that was a long time ago. Square Dancers to, they were and loved it. And the outdoors. Still do. But they no longer take the photos, mind’s eye has them safe and sound. The next generation must continue on and show the next.
Hudson Bay Coat
Only weeks ago there was no snow, my young friend here, was thinking. On a Saturday pre snow morning, I set out to take a picture of him. Turned around and there he was. Magnicient, he is. We walked along the overgrown trail until he disappeared silently into the forest. He just stepped into the brush, he is close by though. ”Good Morning “and “Thanks” for letting me take your picture. He really is handsome. Now we must move on to winter and snow pictures. Perhaps you would like to be in one of my winter pictures to Odocoileus virginianus?
Saturday Deer
And now this is what our current Saturday looks like. Cold white and a Real Canadian Winter. But that’s ok, cause I have a plan in motion to take some other photographs that won’t make you feel so snowy. But as I said, “no clues” yet. Our blog stats have been adding up, although it has been awhile again, since my last update. Thanks for coming back. As you can tell I do get side tracked, but it looks like it will be a long winter. It may take me all winter long to add up the spectacular amount of blog stats which are at 4359. Certainly incredible. Almost as many as all the snow flakes!
My Driveway
Have a safe Holiday Season. Enjoy all the family, food and get togethers. Call a Taxi and be Safe. “Please don’t Drink and Drive”. Not everybody looks this great behind bars. My little friend Neotoma cinerea, the infamous Pack Rat was relocated down the hill, to a lovely old log barn. Next time he comes back I’ll get a better round of photos for you. And maybe, just maybe there will be some sunny beach photos in there too! But no clues yet! Have a Happy New Year as I hope to update in early January 2009. Wow the year 2009!
Please Don’t Drink and Drive!
xoxoxox
