Tuesday, January 17, 2012

This or That

minus temperatures    blowing snow    frozen faces    skis won't slide
reevaluate the idea of "fun"
cozy house    crackling fire    strong coffee    fresh-baked gingerbread
decisions    decisions


Went skiing early and nearly froze. It was so cold that the skis "stuck" even going downhill. Lots of poling and possibly some minor swearing complaining. When the wind picked up, snow blew from the trees creating whiteout conditions. Any skin not covered froze immediately. After two hours of torture fun, we skied back home. Waldo smiled a greeting - he loves the cold. More snow due tonight - hopefully no windchill.

I'm trying to observe closely in January for

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  1. TexWisGirlJanuary 17, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    made me laugh! but i'd be parked inside next to a fire w/ a warm cup of something!

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  2. CarolaJanuary 17, 2012 at 1:04 PM

    Cool tree face. Must be a very nice place to live. Your blog is wonderful.
    No snow here in Germany this winter.

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  3. SnapJanuary 17, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Stay warm! Loved seeing Waldo!

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  4. Sallie (FullTime-Life)January 17, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Waldo is so cool, but that is wayyy too cold.

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  5. FrikoJanuary 17, 2012 at 2:32 PM

    Very handsome tree face, I wouldn't mind meeting such a jolly fellow.

    I've been trying to find a button which tells me when you've blogged; you also have no followers' facility.

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  6. FilipBlogJanuary 17, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    Did you make this?

    Greetings,
    Filip

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  7. Carol MattinglyJanuary 17, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    BRRRRR. Stay inside for now til the weather cooperates. We had tornadoes this morning. Lots of damage everywhere. Carol

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  8. UnknownJanuary 17, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    That tree face is super!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    I am sorry, but I am laughing!
    Two days ago, I never even opened the door to the outside (3ยบ), and that was a first. Am I getting old, or what?

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Love that face! Love that you swore, I mean complained. Glad that you overcame any torture and made it (almost) fun. I know some of those freezing days. Did your eyes weep as you skied?

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  11. Kay TracyJanuary 17, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    Such a true account of the mixed blessings of the season! I also love Treebeard.

    Stay warm!

    ~Kay

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  12. Inger-MJanuary 17, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    Sounds like inside is the right option here. But on the other hand, under such weather conditions, being outside for a little while can be exhilarating! Love Waldo!

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  13. KBJanuary 17, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    Loved the crossed out words. I went for a snowbike ride today, and I had a very similar experience. Now, the forecasters just warned that the winds may DOUBLE in speed overnight. Oh my...

    Love Waldo!

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  14. SandiJanuary 17, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Hey, Tree Man looks a little like my husband . . . although he wouldn't even think of being outside in the conditions you mention!

    You are dedicated, to get out and ski in freezing weather. I bet you felt pretty exhilarated, though. How could you help it?!

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  15. HildredJanuary 17, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Cold and windy here, - I ventured out to fill the bird feeders, but quickly back in again. Charles and I reminisce about 60 below F weather in Edmonton when he first began training and was still at the guard duty stage! Keep warm.

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  16. EbieJanuary 17, 2012 at 11:19 PM

    Hehehe, I can't imagine seeing your face and the swearing!

    I bet LBR is so warm and cozy in the living room.

    Keep warm, and a little love, says the rose afghan.

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  17. susanvgJanuary 18, 2012 at 7:03 AM

    I admire your fortitude going out in the first place. Hope you enjoyed the coffee, fire and all that came with it.

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  18. teriJanuary 18, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    Such an adventurous person--glad to know that there was minor swearing and torture. Love your tree man!

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  19. MartinJanuary 19, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    This made me smile. I miss snow, but not enough to leave the winterless north (yes, I'm a southern-hemispherer)!
    PS: One day I want to look like tree man.

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  20. Yogi♪♪♪January 19, 2012 at 5:19 AM

    I love Waldo, he always keeps an eye out for you.

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