We are still without power but I have a bit of generator time so that I can post some of Sammi's photos from last Friday's ice storm.
Here's the butterfly ornament that we have in the front garden, all covered with about three-quarters of an inch of ice.
Our neighbor isn't as lucky as we are ...
A view of the ice-covered branches near the riverbank
One tree done for. One of just a few hundred around the lake that will be no longer shielding the lake views.
Roots and all
This looks a lot like one of pixie's photos, don't you think?
A landscape shot of the trees and fields
Just one of the many transformers and poles that have been broken off and scattered about like so many neglected toys.
One of the many winter wonderland views
A view of the lake
The pines trees behind the house where I was creating a shade garden. Looks like the shade garden might have to be a part sun garden!
One of my favorite photos that Sammi took
another view of the lake later that afternoon
"You can't get there from here".
A view up the road from us
I am so thankful your OK!!!!!!!!!
Such tragic beauty. Can't help but look in awe.
That misty view of the lake is particularly AWEsome.
Sammi definitely has an eye for photography, I think.
Here's a great shot of the actual thickness of the ice on some of the branches.
I bet he didn't think he'd be shoveling ice!
another tree done for
The weight of the world on their shoulders
looking at things from a dangerous perspective
Sammi and Ashleigh went to the top if the hill and got this photo. The trees remind me of the tree-people in Lord of the Rings: Two Towers.
That last shot is AWESOME!!!!! Glad you're all OK.
"Walking in a Winter Wonderland"
Mother Nature decorated this Christmas tree all by herself.
I'm so happy to hear that so many of my DG friends are safe, and that they have power back. I am still concerned for John and Liza, and I didn't notice Kathy posting yet.
Here's one I shall call 'Alas! Poor Rhodie! I hardly knew him!'
Wires are down everywhere ... and they are still down today.
Stay safe!!
Thanks, Evie. We are very safe for now. The forecast is for snow tomorrow, up to five inches, and then snow every other day for the next week. As long as the temps stay down, our food will be safe, too.
Great shots, Candyce - especially the mountain one. Hides the bad reality!
Those trees do look like the Ents from LOTR. Beautiful pictures, in spite of the damage.
Amazing pics. That top of the hill shot is really something. Those poor trees don't need any snow to add weight on their over burdened branches. Hope it is the light fluffy stuff. Take care and stay safe.
Victor:
I was NOT the one going out and taking those photos on Friday. My granddaughter, Sammi, braved the still-falling branches and cold to get a photo journalist perspective. Me? I was all bundled up and warm indoors, thank you - LOL!
Hope you made her some hot chocolate when she got back!
I would have, but she insists on doubling the amount of chocolate powder that goes into the cup, and that just makes me want to gag. She made her own ... and continues to do so.
There's been no school here, of course. It looks like the high school will re-open tomorrow, but the forecast is calling for more snow, so it's still debatable. Meanwhile, the little ones do not have elementary school, and probably won't until we get power back. The power company says that they may get everyone back online by Friday, but then they say it could be as late as Christmas, too.
It would be great to be able to light up the Christmas tree on Christmas morning to see Little Miss "M"'s face!
Wow - hope it does return soon. Even if you have to switch off everything else on Christmas morning, you have to light the tree for the kiddies!
Great shots, Candyce. I am greatly relieved to hear how things are at your house. That freezer you have is amazing! Hope you have your power back on soon!! Stay safe!!
Louise
Thanks for sharing the pics, Candyce. They're great. I love seeing them, and have been saving pics of the ice storm for my current screensaver. I'm so glad you're safe. I hope you get your power back on soon.
Karen
Piece on the news tonight about Lunenburg MA being in the dark. P.O. is open according to my friend, but not a great deal else. they have a generator but have to switch it off & on so all the gas isn't wasted.
