signs of spring

Despite the continuing cold weather, and the mainly grey days, it seems that nothing can stop Spring. We had a day of sunshine this week, and then a morning of sun after that. Then it was back to grey... and raining. But the birds are singling louder each morning, and life is pushing through the earth again.

Cyclamen

Begonia

Very young daffodil

Begonia

Cyclamen

I'm seeing snowdrops in flower, and daffodils are growing fast now, the flowers still hidden as of yet. I went out with my camera the other day, the sunny day, so, of course, I saw crocuses in bloom, bright and vivid. Hope the sun, and warmer weather, is starting to make a difference where you are too. Happy Friday.

inhale the scent of flowers...

The sun shone today, through a slight haze, and I could feel its heat, just. It made me think of warmer days to come, a relief and respite from the cold. It made me dare to think of summer...

Top Row
Left - Blue Plumbago by Cassidy Edwards
Middle - Cosmea by Carolyn Cochrane
Right - Forget Me Nots by Marianne LoMonaco

Middle Row
Left - Flowers by Sandra Arduini
Middle - Dogwood by Mag Moment
Right - Flowers by Kim Fearheiley


Bottom Row
Left - Roses by See Life Shine
Middle - Queen Anne's Lace by Bomobob
Right - Sea Thrift by Marasca Photography

All these beautiful images were found on Etsy. I wouldn't like to have to chose one over another. I love them all.

Hope they add some summer to your day too.

the last of the snow ...

And goodbye ...

The photo above was not taken today. I woke this morning to a rain-filled, wind-blown sky. The snow that had clung on all week has been defeated by warmer rain, exactly a week after its arrival.

And I'm kind of sad about that, although I am appreciating the milder temperatures.

But if you still need a fix of snow pictures, then do take a look at this post on the blog of Montreal-based photographer Irene Suchoki. It's not been entitled 'Wonderland' for nothing. Simply beautiful snow photographs.

Have yourself a good Sunday, whatever the weather.

the day it didn't stop snowing ...

The view the day it didn't stop snowing

On Sunday it snowed for nearly twelve hours. Small flakes, mind, but still a stunning sight to see.

Much of the UK has had a lot of snow this last week or so. My little part of it has had its share too, and while it's been bone-numbingly cold at times, and I'm on the verge of running out of clean jumpers and long socks, I still love it.

I've not been out much to take photographs, but I've enjoyed looking out of the window and taking a few snaps, and taking a few more whilst in a moving car - most of them are very bad but, hey, it's fun, and you occasionally take a gem.

From a moving car. Proving my point. Just.

I'm not the only one who's been taking photos - lots of blogs I read are full of images of snow. Here's a few of my favourites - do click through and comment, I'm sure your visit will be most welcome.


Trees and snow and light and beauty!

City snow, nature snow, and a happy snowman.

Snow and sunshine. And playing.

A hoar frost amongst the snow.

Frost and snow in the English countryside.

Mad, crazy bird claw prints

Snow by the sea.

A very, very small lady enjoys the snow.

How to dress for snow in Paris!

London in the

Snowy fields

All the photos in this post are mine. You'll no doubt find better ones if you click on some of those links, but I hope you enjoy these all the same.

If you need more snowy images, then check out this post I did earlier. Officially proof I can't get enough of snow.

And I hope the weather with you, whatever it is, is just what you want and need. The sun has come out here today ...

snow

It's Friday again. And it's that time of year.

It's cold, it can easily be miserable, and it can be wet. But snow ... something about snow stirs deep emotions in many people. For me, it reminds me of playing out when I was a child, and never feeling the cold, and it also makes me think of shared memories created with the one I love...

Wintertimegirls on Tumblr is full of beautiful winter images ... well worth a browse if you love the winter, as well as snow.

Such a beautiful image. Photos of snowflakes are so hard to take, let alone make look this wonderful. It's from a beautiful web site as well.

The ideal dress to wear when riding in the snow ... I wish ... from this great fashion blog.

Stunning photograph, from this blog.

Snow so soft, you could sink into it...



If your snow photos always look a bit, well, "it was better in real life", then check out these simple tips to improve your images ...

If you have issues photographing people in snow scenes in particular ...

And if you fancy something a little more advanced to really improve your snow photos ...


I've had a little snow this week, and can still see if from the window as I write this. Not much, but it's that cold it's not melted. If you have some snow, then do enjoy it, and if you don't, then I hope these photos help instead ...

Best music to listen to whilst watching snow fall? 50 Words for Snow - Kate Bush

Best book to read in a snow storm?  Lavondyss - Robert Holdstock

Any other ideas?