Spring will come in it's time....

If you know me well you know I am a lover of "Winter" 

This does not mean that I Love to be cold as some have eluded to when I say, "I love winter".

I don't mind a brisk walk in the cold, it refreshes my soul and gives me energy.

But NO.... I don't love to BE cold. To me that's just one of the defining characteristics of winter.

Yesterday I took down my final bit of snow/Christmas decor. 

I have enjoyed it since November, and will look forward to putting it up again next fall.

There is a lot to love about "Winter"

You can enjoy it from the warmth of your house by simply looking out the window, 

or get out in it and explore

 

The Beauty, 

Oh the colors and contrast against a blanket of white, there is no denying it's lovely presence

A photo I took a few years back, no editing just vibrant beauty

Rick and I enjoy winter hikes, it really get the blood flowing  :)

This was from a couple years ago, we went snowshoeing at Oxbow park in Byron MN

It was fun to break a path in the fresh fallen snow.

A few weeks ago we hiked in Kaplan's Wood Park in Owatonna, MN

It was a warm winter day and we ended up carrying our coats.

Our cabin is not seasonal so we dont get to see it in the winter, but....

We are blessed with photo's from our neighbor who lives there year round.

These photo's of our cabin brings me much joy!

I 've always loved this quote, there's so much truth!

A few more things to love about winter

Wearing cozy sweaters

Blankets and fireplaces

Hot Soup and Chili

Coffee and Christmas spiced tea

Curling up with a good book

The pace of life slowing down

The smell of fresh winter air.

Jack Frost on the windows

These are just a few of my favorites.

God created all the seasons, whether you like winter or not, it only lasts the time given to it by it's creator.

Psalms 74:16-17

Sping is coming folks, 

Open your eyes and see the beauty of winter , spring and summer will come.

Photo file 2020

Springs official date is March 20th... soon.