Wordless Wednesday: Snowy Photos

We were supposed to have a huge snowstorm come through last Tuesday and luckily, most of it passed us by. We only ended up with around 6 or so inches of snow and with bright, sunny skies the very next day it began to melt in earnest. 

However, I couldn't help but grab my camera and take a few photos throughout the day. 

Taken before the sun even came up!
 







We got another smaller storm over the weekend and Evan and I went hiking while the snow was falling.  It was so pretty!







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  1. Maria RineerFebruary 21, 2024 at 5:28 AM

    Great shots of the beauty of a snowstorm!

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  2. Jennifer GoodwinFebruary 21, 2024 at 6:52 AM

    These are beautiful! I love that one that looks dark blue before the sun came up. God's creation always blows my mind!

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    1. Joanne February 21, 2024 at 8:53 AM

      I love taking photos during the blue hour and in the snow there are just so many more shades of blue to enjoy.

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  3. JoyceFebruary 21, 2024 at 7:19 AM

    Your pictures are lovely! I am in SC and heard the other day we are the only state in the US that has not had a single snowfall this year. Even a part of Hawaii had some snow. I have mostly moved on to Spring now lol, and of course that ushers in pollen season which is no fun, but I kind of miss having at least one big snowfall during the year. Have a great day!

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    1. Joanne February 21, 2024 at 8:54 AM

      Thank you! That is so funny that they are the only state to not have any snowfall (though I did know that Hawaii often gets snow; they even have a little ski area on one of the islands!).

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  4. MariaFebruary 21, 2024 at 7:19 AM

    These are beautiful photos! I love a good snow storm and the peaceful feeling that comes with it.

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  5. LyssyFebruary 21, 2024 at 7:54 AM

    So pretty! I wish we would get some of that snow. We got about two inches but it didn't stick for very long.

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    1. Joanne February 21, 2024 at 8:55 AM

      We still have snow sticking around! But no snow in the forecast so I'm okay with that.

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  6. Dara @ Not In JerseyFebruary 21, 2024 at 8:16 AM

    Snow can definitely be pretty!

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  7. HollyFebruary 21, 2024 at 8:50 AM

    Somehow you make winter look beautiful despite my disdain for the season ;)

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    1. Joanne February 21, 2024 at 8:56 AM

      LOL! I try to focus on the beauty so I can forget how much I really don't like either.

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  8. Sammie @ The Annoyed ThyroidFebruary 21, 2024 at 9:54 AM

    Your pictures are snow beautiful (ha, see what I did there?!) I love how you say you got "only" 6 inches - we wouldn't know what to do with ourselves if we got that much here in the UK!

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    1. Joanne February 21, 2024 at 1:43 PM

      :) LOL. When we were expecting over a foot, 6" sure doesn't feel like a lot.

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  9. Heather{Our Life In a Click}February 21, 2024 at 10:49 AM

    It was a beautiful snow fall. We got two close together as well and they both melted quickly! You got some great shots!

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    1. Joanne February 21, 2024 at 1:43 PM

      I kind of like that the snow isn't really sticking around much!

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  10. PamelaFebruary 21, 2024 at 11:43 AM

    So pretty!

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  11. MandyJoyLoves♥February 21, 2024 at 1:12 PM

    Soo pretty, great photos!

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  12. Tanya February 21, 2024 at 2:58 PM

    Beautiful pictures!

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  13. jodie filogomoFebruary 21, 2024 at 3:21 PM

    Crack me up that you say "ONLY" 6 inches of snow. It really is beautiful.
    XOOX
    Jodie

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  14. MarshaFebruary 21, 2024 at 4:18 PM

    I was so happy when it started to snow here last Friday! We got almost 6 inches, and Jack, my Westie, was in seventh Heaven! That dog just loves running and jumping in the snow. Your photos are amazing as always, Joanne! I'm so glad you share them.

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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  15. Kari February 21, 2024 at 10:33 PM

    You got snow! It's been 55 and sunny here all week. I don't even recognize February this year. ❤️

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    1. Joanne February 22, 2024 at 6:54 AM

      Oh gosh yes, we've had snow and cold with a few sunny, nice days sprinkled in between.

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  16. Memphis BridgesFebruary 21, 2024 at 10:39 PM

    Oh my goodness! These are beautiful pictures. 6 inches would shut us down for a week, ha, ha!

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    1. Joanne February 22, 2024 at 6:55 AM

      They did end up with a snow day off but I think that's only the second one we've had in the 4 years Alec has been in high school; most of the time we can get away with either a delay or an early release but this storm ran from early morning right through until the afternoon.

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  17. Veronica LeeFebruary 22, 2024 at 5:20 AM

    Your snow photos bring such delight to those of us residing in the tropics, particularly amidst our sweltering heat wave.

    Happy Thursday, Joanne!

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  18. Kim CarberryFebruary 22, 2024 at 9:43 AM

    Oh wow, that does look like a lot of snow. It makes everything look so pretty. What beautiful views you have.

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  19. April StephensFebruary 22, 2024 at 10:39 AM

    Snow photos are my favorite! We rarely get more than three inches down in north Virginia.

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    1. Joanne February 22, 2024 at 11:57 AM

      Our snow totals are always all over the place! They don't predict very well for what's going to happen either so we just brace ourselves and hope for the best.

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  20. Tamar SBFebruary 22, 2024 at 12:19 PM

    So pretty!

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2024 at 4:39 AM

    So beautiful! You have the most amazing scenery where you live.
    Ruth@playworkeatrepeat

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  22. NatashaFebruary 23, 2024 at 6:48 AM

    Your snowy pictures are beautiful!

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  23. Women Living Well After 50February 23, 2024 at 2:01 PM

    Hi Joanne, I know that snow can lose it's 'magic' when you are living with it but as someone who lives in a tropical climate, I do love the idea of snow and get excited when I see it. Your photos are beautiful and I have a sense of calm and serenity looking at them Thanks for sharing at #weekendtrafficjamreboot and have a lovely week. x

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  24. SlabsFebruary 23, 2024 at 4:22 PM

    Amazing snow shots. Do you still have snow at present.
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  25. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2024 at 9:29 AM

    I am living vicariously through your snow photos! We didn’t get any this year and it looks like our window of opportunity has closed. I’m sad we didn’t get snow, but I am ready to bring on the warmer temperatures now. If it’s not going to happen, it’s time to move on!

    Lauren @ Don’t Mind Our Mess

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    1. Joanne February 24, 2024 at 7:28 PM

      Bummer for no snow but oh yeah, I am definitely ready for warmer weather too!

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  26. Handmade in IsraelFebruary 25, 2024 at 3:54 AM

    So beautiful! Spring is already starting over here but I do love to see some snow!

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  27. Jennifer WhiteFebruary 25, 2024 at 8:55 AM

    So pretty! If it's going to snow, I like for there to be enough for it to look pretty and kids can go outside.

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    1. Joanne February 25, 2024 at 1:01 PM

      Thank you! My kids no longer seem to go out in the snow unless they are shoveling or plowing...

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  28. StephanieFebruary 26, 2024 at 8:31 PM

    Joanne, love the photos! Snowy days are so pretty. Thank you for sharing with us at The Crazy Little Lovebirds link party #26.

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  29. Lindsay's Sweet WorldFebruary 27, 2024 at 1:31 PM

    These are all so lovely! I was really hoping for snow this winter, but at this point, I'm just ready for spring!

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    1. Joanne February 27, 2024 at 2:36 PM

      Thank you! I'm so ready for spring.. it just can not come fast enough.

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  30. AnonymousMarch 3, 2024 at 12:46 PM

    Ah snow... we are in the middle of a 3 day snowmaggden but that's ok as we need the moisture so badly. Plus the workout from shoveling it all is free! Love your first photo of "daybreak" with the blue light. Bernie

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