by Susan | Apr 17, 2021 | On the Farm
I knew it was snowing last night because the outside security camera kept going off. I thought it was the return of the bear, but the snow was the culprit. Snow is pretty common in early April – like the 8-10 inches of snow we got in 2014. And then, last year,...
by Susan | Nov 3, 2020 | On the Farm
This isn’t the earliest it’s snowed here in Coastal Maine. We’ve had some white stuff in October too. It’s been less than six months since our last snow. I love all of the seasons and the first snow of the season feels magical. We got about...
by Susan | Dec 24, 2019 | On My Mind
I always have so many plans for the holidays – things I want to create, gifts I want to make, ideas for decorating or baking. In the end, there’s never enough time. And then I think, “next year.” But, then, the crazy cycle starts all over...
by Susan | Mar 4, 2019 | On My Mind
Today is the second Monday snow day in a row. We woke to a winter wonderland. As ‘Noreasters go it was somewhat mellow dropping about 15″ of snow – the most we’ve had in one snowfall so far this year. Through the woods and over the pond, the...
by Susan | Mar 12, 2018 | Out and About in Maine
The drive into work this morning this morning was beautiful. Wherever I passed through fog, the trees were beautifully frosted as if coated in powdered sugar. The contrast between firs and the lacy branches of the deciduous trees was striking. I loved the way the...
by Susan | Mar 8, 2018 | On the Farm
Just when I was feeling hopeful about spring, Mother Nature showed her might. I don’t remember a February with less snow than we’ve had this year. Until today. The storm lasted eighteen hours leaving us with heavy, sticky, knee-deep deep snow. It was a day...
by Susan | Dec 19, 2017 | Out and About in Maine
I spied this bald eagle perched over the river today and paused for a photo. And then there were two. It’s so good to be back in Maine where the traffic is slow – it doesn’t matter if I stop the car in the middle of the road for a photo...
by Susan | Dec 13, 2017 | Out and About in Maine
As I was cruising about Downeast this week, I couldn’t help but notice the pops of red in the landscape. The snow created a wonderful backdrop for this winter berry tree. And the winter berry shrubs that tend to grow along the highway. A red lobster boat....
by Susan | Dec 10, 2017 | On the Farm
It’s official. We’re in winter mode. This was the sight greeting us this morning. We spent yesterday procrastinating, only moving into winter prep when the first flakes began to fall. Yard clear of stuff; check. Snow shovels distributed to all doors;...
by Susan | Feb 16, 2017 | Backyard Birds, On the Farm
Storm three of the week was still going strong this morning. I spent a couple of hours on the sofa with my coffee contemplating the real world. Today was Hannah’s third snow day of the week. I had to decide if it was going to by my third snow day as well. All I...
by Susan | Feb 14, 2017 | On My Mind
We’ve had snowy winters before. It seems like every couple of years we get a doozy – snow up to the eaves. Yet, this last week has been one for the record books. Eighteen inches last Thursday and then yesterday, we got 30 inches in 30 hours. It...
by Susan | Jan 9, 2017 | Out and About in Maine
This was the sunrise over the Pleasant River in Columbia Falls this morning. Crossing the bridge, for just a moment, the sun shone through the sea smoke with this other-worldly glow. It was -10 degrees Fahrenheit when I snapped this at 7 am with my Canon. Here is the...
by Susan | Feb 9, 2016 | On My Mind
The aftermath of two snow storms – almost back to back – has left us feeling as if winter has finally arrived. Just when I’m starting to count down to spring! Despite the snow and the bitter cold, I couldn’t help but smile when I saw this...
by Susan | Feb 7, 2016 | Critters, Odds and Ends
A walk on Friday during Snow Day No. 2 was full of joy for Gidget. She romped and played running circles around me until she ventured too far ahead. View the power of the...
by Susan | Dec 29, 2015 | On My Mind
I knew that winter weather would catch up with us sooner or later. Today we got our first measurable snowfall of the season here along the coast. No one in my household seems too excited about this change – it was 50 degrees out just two days ago. I’m just...
by Susan | Mar 13, 2015 | On the Farm
The unusually bitter cold of February has put a huge dent in our woodpile. With another six weeks left in the heating season, we need to take some time to add to the wood pile. The challenge is, with all this snow, how do we get to the trees? Down the woods road,...
by Susan | Mar 11, 2015 | On the Farm
Today was fabulous and 50 – a wonderful taste of spring with some serious snow melt going on. Despite the lovely weather, I was a bit taken aback when I arrived home to this: The 3+ feet of snow that had been lingering on the mudroom roof finally let go. As I...
by Susan | Mar 2, 2015 | Out and About in Maine
A late afternoon drive through Roque Bluffs State Park found me eager to walk the beach. Even with temps near 30, a few moments outside the car and I abandoned that idea. The wind was so biting and cold that I quickly determined I was not properly attired for such an...
by Susan | Mar 1, 2015 | On My Mind
It’s a wonderful thing to bid good-bye the most ferocious February in memory. February 2015 brought mayhem to my world. It was the coldest month on record. Ever. Seriously! Mother Nature delivered more than 8 feet of snow! This is the view out my kitchen windows...
by Susan | Feb 22, 2015 | On My Mind
I’m feeling a bit hemmed in by all of the snow. When I took a walk this morning at first light (in my jammies and Muck boots), there was still snow gently falling. The trouble is; the snow is so deep that my “beginner” snowshoes are ineffectual. So...
