by Jan S.
Member since:
June 22, 2007

First Snowfall & Migration - Photo Essay

November 18, 2010 06:57 PM UTC
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Winter is coming, ready or not!  Today's clouds looked ominous.

Sure enough, tiny snowflakes became visible.  A wee bit actually stuck to the ground, but only for minutes.

 

The snowflakes were tiny, but thick.  Clouds hovered indecisively, loaded with snow, but pushed by wind.

 

As if to confirm Winter's arrival, a flock of geese arrived for a rest period before continuing on their southbound journey.

 

Nature gives wisdom to animals and these geese seemed to know that the time until winter is short.

 

After a very brief stay, the flock took to the sky and headed south.

 

A few reminders of summer remain, soon to be stored for next summer.  Soon the lake will freeze.

 

This final photo feels like a reminder to be thankful for our many blessings.  The harvest is in, larders stocked, fuel stored, woolies unpacked for winter warmth and bookshelves are stocked with winter reading.  We are so richly blessed!


"In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy."~William Blake

 

 

 

 

 

Comments: 50

Renee (Pres of Baby James Foundation) ~. Nov 18, 2010, 7:01pm UTC
Pretty but I sure not looking forward to winter
Jan S. Nov 18, 2010, 7:20pm UTC
I know. I wonder if the geese are smarter than we are? Seems like it when we have to bundle up on cold days.
RedBird. B. Nov 18, 2010, 7:04pm UTC
Very Nice, I like your pictures.
Jan S. Nov 18, 2010, 7:21pm UTC
Thank you.
Sandra H. Nov 18, 2010, 7:07pm UTC
What a lovely photo essay! The photos are all so pretty but the last one is just breath-taking! I love the reflection of the clouds on the water!
Jan S. Nov 18, 2010, 7:21pm UTC
Thanks, Sandra. I like the soft snowy one at the boat launch, but the last one is my favorite. Somehow, the idea of blessings came to mind.
Janet "Jax" B. Nov 18, 2010, 7:17pm UTC
Pretty photo essay....and I can't wait to come up that way....I want snow.
Jan S. Nov 18, 2010, 7:22pm UTC
Come see us in January and we'll go sledding on our hill.
Sandi S. Nov 18, 2010, 7:19pm UTC
a good day for hot apple cider!
Jan S. Nov 18, 2010, 7:22pm UTC
Yes, it is. I settled for cherry tea.
Nichole D. Nov 18, 2010, 7:29pm UTC
The photos say it all....winter sure is coming! Brrr...
Nichole D. Nov 18, 2010, 7:29pm UTC
Great post!
Jan S. Nov 20, 2010, 5:14pm UTC
Thank you.
Melanie B. Nov 18, 2010, 7:30pm UTC
You live in such a beautiful place. I always enjoy your photo essays =)
Jan S. Nov 20, 2010, 5:14pm UTC
Thank you.
Kathryn Flynn Nov 18, 2010, 7:34pm UTC
More to come! We had a great sunny day!
Jan S. Nov 20, 2010, 5:15pm UTC
I'm looking forward to the lake freezing. I don't skate anymore, but our hill provides great sledding. Winter is the only time we can walk across the lake, too;)
Bernard C. Nov 18, 2010, 7:36pm UTC
Winter is sure arriving there - great photo essay - thanks for sharing :-)
Tami G. Nov 18, 2010, 8:06pm UTC
Great job Jan I enjoyed the photo essay & yes, winter sure is coming.
Angela M. Nov 18, 2010, 8:19pm UTC
Great photo!
Roberta Moto Nov 18, 2010, 9:23pm UTC
great photo essay
Donna S. Nov 18, 2010, 9:29pm UTC
Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed the photos and the quote.
Carrie Marie P. Nov 18, 2010, 10:58pm UTC
simply beautiful and gave me chills... we have snow clouds here too... but the snow level is at 1,000 feet at the moment... they are threatening snow for us at Ocean level by Monday though! yuck!
Rebecca D. Nov 18, 2010, 11:37pm UTC
Great photo essay
Kim B. Nov 18, 2010, 11:54pm UTC
beautiful essay
Steph-in-NE ..... Nov 19, 2010, 12:10am UTC
Do you need me to do the snow dance for ya
Jan S. Nov 20, 2010, 5:16pm UTC
LOL. I'm sure it will come with or without the dance, but dancing is always fun!
david f. Nov 19, 2010, 12:45am UTC
lovely pics. looks like a perfect day for a brisk walk
Jennifer R. Nov 19, 2010, 8:02am UTC
great pics, thanks for sharing
Diane Huizenga Nov 19, 2010, 8:41am UTC
wonderful photo essay
Debbie W. Nov 19, 2010, 10:08am UTC
Very nice. I always liked the first snowfall when i lived up north.
J. Reid Nov 19, 2010, 10:46am UTC
Lovely lake views and the essay, makes me want to live on the ground, again!

Thank you for sharing with: Natures' Photo Stories
☃ Shannon K. Wendt Nov 19, 2010, 12:42pm UTC
Beautiful shots of Michigan!
Meagan T. Nov 19, 2010, 4:11pm UTC
I wish we looked like that already =]
Sharon P. Nov 19, 2010, 5:27pm UTC
Our sky is very similar.
elizabeth evans Nov 19, 2010, 5:51pm UTC
Like the geese, I migrated to warmer climates. Each day I read J. Reid's My World Today and smile when I see the weather back in Massachusetts.
Debra C. Nov 19, 2010, 8:58pm UTC
Lovely pictures. I look forward to the "frozen lake" shots.
Ms Lee P. Nov 19, 2010, 10:26pm UTC
Your photo story is wonderful and the pictures are beautiful. It is definitely getting cold again!
Ann K. Nov 20, 2010, 2:42am UTC
Beautiful photo essay! I especially love the last picture. The reflection of the clouds on the lake seems to be rising up out of the water.
Jan S. Nov 20, 2010, 5:17pm UTC
Thank you, Ann. That one is my favorite, too.
Connie C. Nov 20, 2010, 3:52am UTC
This post is spotlighted in the Weekend edition of Today On Gather.

You Can View It HERE.

Congratulations.


BRRRRRRRRRR
Angela A. Nov 20, 2010, 2:05pm UTC
That was so lovely, thanks Jan!
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Nov 21, 2010, 3:45pm UTC
Wonderful essay, it looks like it won't be long now before the lake is frozen and the fireplace is keeping you warm.
peggy g. Nov 22, 2010, 12:01am UTC
nice essay , but im not looking forward to winter
Marilyn (PaintsOnSlate) S. Nov 22, 2010, 11:42am UTC
I know its coming and my camera looks forward to it but.....

Thanks for posting this photo to my Group = Warm Winter Welcome!
Marilyn (PaintsOnSlate) S. Nov 22, 2010, 12:11pm UTC
I’m getting ready for winter and your post has been featured to kick off the snow season in the group Warm Winter Welcome.
Lee Y. Nov 22, 2010, 11:49pm UTC
Jan, I enjoyed your comments and your photos ... as usual. :)
Deb S. Dec 9, 2010, 11:23am UTC
Very nice
Marsha C. Dec 18, 2010, 10:17pm UTC
the snow I can handle...the kind that doesn't stick....but with losing so much weight and losing more each day, the cold is really getting to me fast and it's not near as cold as it could be out there!
Pamela Marks Mar 1, 2012, 10:57am UTC
Marksville is here from Pay it forward - February to do list

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