I've been a bit of a slug this winter, preferring hibernation to exercise. (Wait - do snails hibernate? Apparently they do.) Weeks of gloomy weather, plus a three-week January virus (not Covid, thank God), were major contributors to my general desire for sleep and slothfulness. But a new month is upon us, the virus has receded, and the sun has shone for several days now, so yesterday I put on my winter boots and sallied forth into the great outdoors.
I wasn't the only one on the trails:
Along the edge of a field, winter winds had carved the snow into sandlike ridges:
These fascinating tracks reminded me of a lacy crochet edging:
This tiny treasure was hiding in a deer's hoofprint:
At the prairie restoration project, dried flowers caught the rays of the setting sun:
Then it was farewell to the happy trails, and homeward bound for supper.
It's good to be walking (and blogging) again.
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In other news, there's a new pattern in the works; I hope to release it later this week. Here's a sneak peek:
Happy Monday to you all!
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I can relate because I have many days of slothfulness. We've actually had a lot of gloomy weather this year which affects my mood a lot. Since I'm not a fan of the cold, the snow would probably have me staying home sweet home cozy as can be. :) Good that you got out for a refreshing walk. It does help to invigorate and clear the cobwebs. I always feel more creative once I've gotten out there. Take care.
ReplyDeleteGetting out definitely helps the creativity! I'm sorry you have had a lot of gloomy weather. It really does affect the mood. Wishing you more sunny days.
DeleteIt's hard to force yourself to venture outside when the weather is so dreary and cold, I would much rather stay in with my feet up and sew or crochet, but one must force one's self up and out of the apathy and if I manage to that I always feel so much better for it. Lovely photos and scenery and the pattern looks intriguing. xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda! I don't mind the cold so much, but cloudy weather does sap my motivation. Hope you have a good week.
DeleteSo good to see your blog post today! Your photos are always so incredibly beautiful. Your crochet looks lovely, you are a wonder at crochet!
ReplyDeleteAw shucks (blushes). Thanks Kay!
DeleteYour photos are gorgeous, Sue, and of course you would see the lovely tracks as Lacey crochet edging. You were walking at a time when the light is pure magic. I have never been able to figure out crocheting. I'm glad to see you back again!
ReplyDeleteThanks Louise! Yes, it was the golden hour when I took that walk. I love to see the shadows slanting across the snow.
DeleteSue, your images are amazing, and you would notice the exquisite tracks as Lacey crochet edging. Crocheting is a craft I've never mastered.
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Winter ist the hardest. But with February coming and longer days and more sunshine, it feels like I have mastered another winter. Yes! I hope you feel the same.
ReplyDeleteI think it's good for health to go outside. The fresh air, the change of perspective, exercise for the muscels helps me to get active and feel better. I'm going out today for sure as the geese need a new space under the trees. I think they too do not particularly well during the cold. ;-)
Thanks for the pictures, what a beautiful country! Regula
Thanks Regula! Yes, when February comes and the days are noticeably longer, I do feel that I am making it through another winter. Then in March and April I get impatient because it's not spring yet. :)
DeleteI hope the geese are enjoying their new space.
I'm going backwards, and I just realized I was not signed in. So I may be the two anonymous comments you just got... So fun to have you back again! I have missed you AND your blogging AND your fun patterns! It has been a difficult couple of years, but perhaps we both can soar with healing in our wings now!
ReplyDeleteGood thing you mentioned it; this comment and another of yours got sent to spam. (How could Google not know we are friends after all this time?!?) Thanks so much for the kind words, and amen to the hope that better days are ahead.
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