High 35. Cloudy, light snow.
It began snowing around midnight last night, and we now have almost an inch of snow on the ground. The temperature is above freezing now, so most of the snow on the walkways and roads has melted. Snow flakes are fluttering about in the air, promising what NOAA predicts-more snow this afternoon.
I love the snow, as I love all things that mark the changing seasons. In New England there are those who love the snow, those who hate it, and those who tolerate it. While shovelling is not one of my favorite things to do, sometimes it's fun. I really can't complain about shovelling the short length of sidewalk in front of my house. I am healthy and strong, and there is always a rewarding cup of hot chocolate waiting for me inside.
Then there are the really fun things about the snow. Skiing, sledding, snowshoeing and just strolling along while the flakes fall. Tracking animals is particularly fun and somewhat easy in the snow.
Birds visit my feeders throughout the year, but in winter I get the most joy out of watching them. House finches and gold finches came today, and I saw a junco on the old sunflower stalks in the back yard. I wonder who will be next.
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