3.23.2018

Thaw and Freeze



another trip to the park,
Glacier National Park


winter ice is starting to melt
offering views of the rocks below


(above photo)
water so clear..... 
presenting all the beautiful colors


each visit
each hour
offers unique sights


treasures 
that change with the wind and sun

thaw and freeze of winter snow and ice is
an early Spring theme

offering amazement to those that wander 
and 
gander at the details

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3.16.2018

When the Sun shines on Us


ah-mazing!
when the sun comes out


I haven't seen an icy shore like this for a while


which creates wonderfully artful details


reflections 
offer a double dose of beauty


ice, sunlight and colorful rocks under water
are eye candy that touches the soul


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3.09.2018

Ice Crystal Realm


a few nights ago
it was clear and cold (5F)
mist rose from meadows


meandered through the branches of trees
inspiring ice crystals to grow



the trees fingers touched the earth buried in crystalline mounds of snow


sunlight arrived
showing off the night fairies work


every little branch was kissed with magic and delight 
until the sun arrived 
and kissed them with the warmth of light


yesterday
daytime temperatures are 40F+
gentle rainfall begins the winter thaw 
that will eventually welcome spring 


my roof of winter's snow has come crashing down
it will be a while 
before i see the first flower bloom

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