Summer Winter

Same place, different seasons.

Little did I know that when I was here over a year ago that I'd soon get engaged to my best friend (that same trip in NYC), move to the Northwest USA and eventually bring my parents here in glorious summer time. Isn't life just the grandest/strangest?  The seasons have been good to me.

My photography is improving, no?

why i (still) love winter #08

 quickie hikes and melted snow patches.
soft pine and slushy crunchy snow trails.
bundling up and warming up.
a mild streak of chilliness that wants to promise 'the worst is over'
finding new appreciation for snowy landscapes.
beauty in the grey, still and everywhere.
fresh air, 'wake you right up' air.
days growing noticeably longer. 

i'm feeling optimistic and thankful for small details, must have something to do with finally getting out and outside.

other reasons for (still) loving winter here and here.