After an April snowstorm trudged to the east from Colorado, I discovered a frosted paradise. The stormy skies had been mottled gray, moody, somber, the bellies of clouds filled with snow. But it scrubbed the air, refreshed the skies, made it clearer, bluer, crisp. I found my favorite muse and had to share some of my favorite photographs.
As I walked in the yard, diamonds dazzled on the snowy surface.
I approached my muse, knowing the light would soon become too bright and wash out the contrast. It wouldn’t take long before the intense, mile-high, April sun would melt the snow.
I quickly captured the mirrored pond, reflecting the surrounding beauty.
Within the frame, whipped cream topped every surface.
Sometimes, the views are so breath-taking, a photograph isn’t enough.
I had to breathe it in. Take in the moment. Memorize the feeling. I immersed myself before it slipped away.
Here’s a video of that magical day.
Are you ready for spring? Have you been getting some fresh air? Are you a winter or a summer person?
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Beautiful photos, Susie. Summer person here. (I better be, living in Texas.)
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Thanks, John! It was a magnificent day. Yes, you do have a lot of warm humid weather, perfect for destroying the coronavirus, fingers crossed…
Thanks for sharing!
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Very pretty but looks cold. I am definitely a summer person. That’s why I moved to Spain.
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It was 9 degrees! But the sun is intense here. ☀️
I loved Barcelona! I heard Spain’s curve is flattening. YAY!! We have too many anxious politicians here. I’m afraid it will take our country a while to reopen safely.
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Beautiful but too cold! 😎
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Susie, after the snow left Colorado it stopped for a while here in Indiana…….uugggghhhhh!!!!!!!!! As you must know by now, I’m a SUMMER person. The pics are artistically beautiful, but …….., personally I prefer a beach with palm trees, a comfortable hammock, and a cold drink !!!!! 🎋🍷😊
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Beautiful, but it gave me goosebumps on this sunny day.
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It’s all melted now. ☀️Thanks for stopping by, Anneli!
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Absolutely gorgeous photos! Living now in Southern California, I miss those “once in awhile” snowstorms in Seattle…although once we had a big snowfall at the end of April – in Chicago! Within a day it was a disgusting dirty mess piled against the sidewalks!
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I remember snowstorms like that in Madison, Wisconsin. The sun is so intense here, it melts really fast! The sun is shining and the grass is super green. Thanks so much, John and for sharing!!
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So pretty 😊 but I’m a winter lover.
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Last time I was in Colorado (late May about 6 years ago) it snowed! They called it “mud season” and not Spring. Sure is purdy though.
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Sure is, pardner!! 😂
I would imagine that it will snow a couple more times this year. I do love my apple trees and hope it doesn’t! Thank you, Jan
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Woah! That’s a paradise. Lovely pictures. Well captured, Susie! 😊
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Wow! These are beautiful! It almost makes me miss winter. You definitely have captured the clean, freshness of the moment.
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Thanks so much, Michelle! It’s still fresh but the lawn is a lush verdant green. ☀️
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Great snow pictures. Nothing quite as innocuous looking as fresh snow a la “pure as the driven snow.”
Loved the snow angel. I could pick a Susie snow angel out of 100 pictures. It just has that certain je ne sais quoi quality about it!
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Thanks, Al!
😂 Everything I touch is quirky.
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Hello Susie.
White beautiful World. Your photos are beautiful, so enjoyable. My country is long, which means that in the south, spring has come with some flowers, but in the north “full” winter. Thank you. I wish that you are all right!
Have a good day!
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Hello Sartenada!
Thank you so much. Finland is on my bucket list. It sounds wonderful! I grew up in Wisconsin, north of here, but not on the same longitude as your country. The storm nipped the buds on our flowering trees but I hope the apples still bloom. It’s still early here.
I’m doing great, thanks! How are you hanging in there?
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Beautiful photos!
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Thank you, Susan! I had already posted photos during the storm but had to share them.
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Oh what beautiful photographs Susie. I love all seasons, they all have such a lot to offer 😍
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Beautiful pictures. Snow is something we don’t see in my part of the world.
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It really is like frosting! It blankets every surface and the diamonds reflected in the light. Wow!
Thanks, Arv!
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Beautiful scene – Christmasy – but so much more enjoyable without the pressure of holiday cards?
No spring skiing this year?
Well the wild flowers ought to be gorgeous – and with luck you’ll get to see them!
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It was gorgeous!
I guess a lot of people have been sneaking up to the mountains. We need to check on our place one of these days.
The moisture is always welcome here but the cold temperatures froze the crab and pear trees’ buds. I’m hoping for apples. Now they’re predicting high 80’s!!!
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We’re sneaking down to the beach which is open for walking, surfing but not standing/sitting still from 6-8 am during the week. Those are our beach dog walking hours this time of year anyway, so works for us. It was 91F yesterday – CO may need AC this summer – that leaves out the Stanley! HAHA (Oh, but that front porch with a drink at the end of the day…great place) Take care and smile on
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Walking on the beach sounds wonderful!!! We’ve been walking on the trail near our house. Colorado relaxed some restrictions although not much has changed. Now I’m seeing less people wearing masks!
We always need AC! Gone are the cool days of yore. 😂
Thanks, Phil!
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I love the clear blue skies…. the view is spectacular – it’s like a tale of the whites and blues….:)
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It was a gorgeous day. I wish I could have captured the diamonds in the snow. Thanks for stopping by Dexter!
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A truly awesome snow angel, for who would see you as anything other. 🙂
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Awww! Thanks, Brock! It felt good after cross country skiing!
I hope you’re well!
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This was an excellent Earth Day post! I love your muse! That is the most Zen yet 🙂 Inspirational indeed. These pictures are so great, that pond … man! And you’re right. Crisp air is the perfect description 🙂 glad you were able to find the moment. I love this pic but the temperature must have been super COLD. Sending you some good vibes lady!
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Thanks so much, Guat! It was frigid but this time of year the sun is already very intense. Temperatures are supposed to soar this week!
How are you holding up with the kids? ☀️
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I’m glad to hear the sun was making its way to you! It’s been hit over here and you know how much we LOVE the beach but it was closed and we’re not acting like some of these fools so we made do with water balloon fight. Kids and I are doing well just heading into another week of distance learning and Home Ec but missing sports badly 🙂
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Thank you!
I bet! I love water balloon fights.
I just posted about basketball. We’ve been walking the neighborhood too. Now, I’m focusing on gardening. I forgot what a workout that can be. This is so surreal!
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