There is a “different” kind of weather happening around here. It’s colder of course, there is more fog, and some sun peaking out. Up here at the farm, they live above the clouds, and the view is spectacular, and sunny. It’s almost like being in airplane looking down on the clouds. We can see all the way down to the town below, and there is a soft padding around the evergreens. Like a lazy marshmallow, it lays there all day, and the townspeople are shrouded in a hoar frost unlike anything that we have encountered on the coast.
In White Rock it takes a lot of coordinating weather factors to have a hoar frost, and you need to be quick to get any shots at all. It looks like it might be somewhat of a regular occurrence around here. Aren’t I lucky! Now that’s a photo op.
All this spectacular scenery, and frosty, white hairy branches, and I have not had a moment to grab my real camera and shoot. So I have been relying on my new phone to take the “must get it” shots. Surprisingly clear, and so handy, as it’s usually in my pocket, next to my freezing cold hands. Did you know that the touch phones work by the heat of your finger tips? Yes, frozen hands can’t get the icons to open. Wonder what’s going to happen when it’s even colder. I see some finger warming hot pads in our future.
Speaking of even colder, my Dad’s favourite saying to us newbies is “you ain’t seen nothing yet. Just you wait until January”…..thanks Dad. You may be right, but couldn’t you butter it up a bit. Ease us in slowly, and all that?
Sure the beginning of December isn’t the best time to move to a completely different climate, but you know, circumstances and all that….this is just how it worked out. Makes me kind of glad that we didn’t have to move in January.
I do miss the extended fall that we get by the ocean, but I certainly will not miss the bone chilling dampness that cuts through all of your layers, with it’s icy fingers poking into that little spot where your skin is unprotected.
Brr…I’m freezing just thinking about it.
Wonder if the big box sells heating pads by the case?
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
Love the photo of the hoar frost. I remember one like that when I lived in England. In fact that particular winter seemed to be one endless hoar frost! the ice crystals remind me of chemistry experiments I did in high school. Fascinating under a microscope.
ReplyDeleteNow we live in Seattle - within the foggy marshmallow.
OH, hoar frost is so lovely. Your shots are fabulous. It looks very cold up there... like our winter last year.
ReplyDeleteLove hoar frost even though I see it so infrequently. THAT'S the day to get out the macro lens!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pics...
Great frosty photos Jen. Hope you are settling in well and that the house hunting is lots of fun.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots, the frosty one especially.
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful it is there!
ReplyDeleteIt's pretty, but is it any worse for the plants than the usual kind of frost? From the plant's point of view it looks NASTY!
ReplyDeleteJen, they are postcard photos. Good ole Dad. they are priceless arene't they. Don't you love that you can move to a new place, and all your bloggy friends are right there with you! loving seeing your new scenery. have a great day. Jane x
ReplyDeleteYou know I love frosty photos! :) Yours are beautiful. How nice for you to be able to enjoy and experience the difference of climate where you live now. I think you need to be carrying your camera with you everywhere now although your phone takes great pics too. Enjoy your new surroundings. Blessings, Pamela
ReplyDeleteCome on - really??? You're taking these amazing photos with your PHONE?!!! Lord help me - there is no hope for me in the photography department. And I am truly bemused how you can make me love the beauty of the the frost and cold....We have those things here - but they do not look that bewitching. That photo with the pond is breathtaking. You're making me want to fly north....And, yes, by all means, get the heating thingies for your fingers - we don't want to miss anything on account of frozen digits!! ;o) Happy Tuesday Jen! Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin
ReplyDeleteYes you need some of those warmers..or you can make your own..I saw some the other day on Pinterest..white..sew them up and fill them with rice or corn..warm in the microwave before you go out doors! It is on my list of things to do.
ReplyDeleteYour hoar frost photos are wonderful..if you tuck that phone into your bra it would stay warm:)
Spectacular photos, Jen! It's supposed to be the coldest night so far here tonight!
ReplyDeleteBrenda
I knew you would come up with amazing shots up there. It is a whole new world and I can't wait to see it through your eyes.
ReplyDeleteLife is busy busy right now and I haven't had much time to visit friends... spent some time "catching up" this morning. I'm excited for your new adventure,Jen, I sense the sweet peace you feel. Looking forward to hearing more about your new life. Your Hoar frost is enchanting! I've had Rime Frost in my gardens, never knew what it was until I googled "sugar frost". It also makes for magical pictures. Mother Nature is a wonderful artist.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful photos. Love each one. Glad you're "home."
ReplyDeleteLovely chilly photos Jen. Dry cold is so much warmer than coastal dampness. I realized that at the beginning of November when I was in Victoria and realized that even tho it was only 5 degreesC I hadn't bought enough warm clothes.
ReplyDeleteYou will find that the cold on the east side is so vastly different from the west side. Yes, much of the winter is spent below freezing, but as long as you have good winter wear/layers you stay plenty warm. That dry cold doesn't cut through everything to your bones. And the sun, ah the sun. It makes a world of difference when the day is lit up with vibrant blue skies. It makes it worth getting out in that cold, and as soon as you are moving, you are warm. Just get some good gloves for those little fingers while taking pictures. I can't wait to see all your photos from your new home!
ReplyDeleteWhat a magical place...great camera phone too...
ReplyDeleteThe scenery is beautiful. You will have so much fun exploring and taking pictures and writing. And we will have fun right along with you. I love those rare frosty mornings, but I seldom get to photograph them because If have rush off to work. Enjoy the new life.
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hoar frost...........lovely pictures. We dont have snow yet and I am happy. It is so beautiful though
ReplyDeleteJanice
Jen I have been missing your posts .. things going on here have battered me down .. I still feel like just laying down on the floor and not moving , haha.
ReplyDeleteThese pictures are fantastic !!
I would be in heaven with this type of scenery .. truly !!
You are going to be mezmerized for some time to come with it all .. and that bit about moving from the west coast to a place like Petawawa Ontario in January .. been there done that, and I bet I can out do your father's saying !!
Joy (hehehehe)
My gosh Jen this is so beautiful I could hardly read your words for my eyes kept going back to the photos.
ReplyDeleteI love snow, have I said that already! I missed it - what area did you move to?!