Saturday, January 2, 2010


Not too much snow around this Christmas.  Enough to let those in the family who are not regularly around snow enjoy its unique beauty.  It's snowing again this weekend, all weekend.  The lightly falling flakes, relative warmth, soft air and ethereal light are so invigorating.  I can't stop admiring the view. 

Last night was our first skiing of the season.  It felt smooth and easy.  The lights on the mountain, the snowfall, light fog off the snow, created such a glowing effect.  It was like skiing in a star.  Yes, I fell.  On the last run of a quick, "warm up" trip.  Hyperextended my knee and am hobbling now. But no serious injury. 

Some more of the family went home yesterday and there is no more child laughter and energy....  Still, all is well and the new year seems bright with promise, and I wonder how you all are doing.

7 comments:

  1. Hello Jennifer

    I hope you and family and the new puppy have a great boisterous and bouncy new year

    Happy days

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  2. hey jennifer, looks like their's still lots of puppy energy!!!! i love the snow picture. have a peaceful afternoon. steven

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  3. Hello, Jennifer...you have such a natural and easy to read, and soothing style to your writing...it makes me feel so tranquil...I feel like I am truly sitting with you at the table...just talking...Love it! So sorry to hear about your knee...hope it heals quickly!! How wonderful it must be to enjoy the snow from the ski slopes! And I love the way this photo fits the idea of a bright new year!! Simply beautiful!!! And now your year has begun...and I just know that you will bring incredible beauty to it!! Happy New Year!! ~Janine XO

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  4. I am doing well, happy to not have snow here at close to sea level. Happy to read about your life and soak in peace and contentment.

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  5. Jennifer
    I only have iPhone to tap away on at present but when I get my computer set up(a new mac) I will write in detail answering your querries.
    Happy days

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  6. Sounds wonderful. There is something about being held in the stillness that is winter.
    xo
    erin

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  7. Now it's late January, and after two days of snow, our city was mostly shut down. After four days of clearing the mess, most things will be working tomorrow.
    As we live on the edge of the city, near what was once a Tuberculosis Sanatorium (and now a park), we can experience some of the peacefulness of winter that you mentioned. Sadie (our Poodle) and I walk there most days. When it is snowing, it is so quiet, and light, and calm (unless there's a wicked wind).

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Thanks for visiting. I love having you at my table with me.

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