Category Archives: Weather

Toto, Are We In Texas Anymore…?

The past two weeks have left those in Texas wondering if they’re really in Narnia. Ice, snow, temperatures down in the low 20’s, waking up to beautiful (I’m sure only to me) white blankets of snow in the mornings. North Texas isn’t prepared for this debacalry which leaves behind accidents, impatient drivers and many people working from home if working at all. On the flip side, did I mention how beautiful it is? For this Vermonter, it’s a little piece of home that I’ve missed and let’s be honest, appreciate.

Let it snow! Let it snow!!!! This is Texas, right?! Who wants to make snow angels?! #VTinTX #LovetheSnow #dfwsnow

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Last night we received a little more snow and today I for fortunate enough to work from home and be able to go for a little lunchtime run at the park. I haven’t ran in the park in months due to it being dark out by the time I arrive home. The crisp air has never felt so good with the warm sun at my back. Here are a few photos to share. Perhaps this is the beginning of my writers block. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for future adventures down the road. This little lady is quite ready! Cheers!  

Snow, Arlington Texas, Snow, Arlington Texas,

My Winter Wonderland, Part II

Last Wednesday, I shared some photos from home of the “Winter Wonderland“. I had so many photo’s that I wanted to share, I really had to break them up. Here is Part II! A few of these are some of my favorite photos that I have ever taken. I hope you enjoy.

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Today I’m linking up with Communal GlobalThe Jenny Evolution, Photography Essentials and Create With Joy for {Wordless Wednesday}.

My Winter Wonderland (Part 1)

Christmas 2013 didn’t quite feel like Christmas until I started to see the snow but waking up in Vermont Christmas Day morning, oh I can’t even begin to express how nice it felt. My first sight out the window was breathtaking!

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Christmas Day 2013

Granted, a few short days before I arrived, an ice storm ravaged the area (read more about it here). Although there was damage, it left some areas looking absolutely beautiful. So beautiful I’ve had to break this down into two posts. Here are some photos from my time at home. I hope you love them as much as I do. I was blessed to grow up in a beautiful place!

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