Deep Freeze

The polar vortex that we experienced a couple of weeks ago has returned.  With it, comes bitter cold.  But even with this cold, there is beauty all around us...

You just have to look.

And Then There Were Three

I began my walk this morning with my two dogs - Snoop and Violet...

Before I knew it, the two became three...
My cat Smudge decided to join us...

One...

Snoop

Two...

Violet

Three...

Smudge

What the heck!!!
The more the merrier!!!

January Thaw

Violet, Snoop and I went for a nice long walk today as we are experiencing a bit of a January thaw.

Given the fact that it has been one of the coldest winters in over 20 years, I very much appreciated the fact that it was 50 degrees today.  My walk was that much more enjoyable.     

I made sure I took the time to stop and look at what has occurred in the woods this past month (i.e. - a rotted pine tree is now part of the forest floor).

Although I may have complained about the deep cold spell we experienced, it did make me appreciate the warmth so much more.
Differences. 
Go for a walk - it's good for you.
Both mentally and physically.