Notes on a Virginia Winter

January 30, 2016 by dorannrule

Winterscape 1 It was a big snow and if the changed landscape wasn’t enough to remind me that it’s winter, well the bluejays and the little hungry birds at the feeder let me know in “no uncertain terms.”

Snow on the Blueridge 1

Things are melting now, but there is still enough snow to make me marvel at an ordinary view that is still transformed with shadows punctuated by the rays of an emerging sun.

Bluejay Eyeview Best

How beautiful winter can be.

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on January 30, 2016 at 1:02 pm John

Beautiful scenery from your home, wow!!

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on January 30, 2016 at 1:20 pm Eliza Waters

Your views are so gorgeous, Dor! You don’t need paintings on the wall when you have scenes like this out your windows.

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on January 30, 2016 at 1:37 pm dorannrule

Thank you Eliza! In 26 years I have never tired of the views from these windows and I still think of them as gifts.

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on January 30, 2016 at 1:37 pm dorannrule

Thanks John. It would be very hard to leave….

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on January 30, 2016 at 2:01 pm Debbie Spivey

I love snow in winter. It keeps everything bright and fresh instead of dead and brown. Although it would be nice to be able to turnaround in our driveway again. Mounds of snow everywhere!!

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on January 30, 2016 at 3:15 pm Anne Mehrling

In Western North Carolina, most of our snow has melted, at least in the lower elevations. It was certainly beautiful while it was here. Your shots are lovely.

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on January 30, 2016 at 3:35 pm Sheryl

The pictures are wonderful. I continue to be awed by the incredible scenery where you live.

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on January 30, 2016 at 3:50 pm Dianna

Once again, what a beautiful view you have — in all seasons!

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on January 31, 2016 at 12:11 am Jill Weatherholt

Beautiful photos, Dor! Your view is spectacular! That blue jay is a chunky little fella. 🙂

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on January 31, 2016 at 12:16 am photosfromtheloonybin

Gorgeous photos Dor :). I need to get my act in gear and go through my photos from Costa Rica so I can show you their Blue Jays. They are a bigger bird and have a fancy feather on their heads, but otherwise they look the same.

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on January 31, 2016 at 1:51 am suzicate

Blue Jays are beautiful, but they can be mean little stinkers when it comes to the feeders; they don’t like to share!

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on January 31, 2016 at 1:54 am emjayandthem

a beautiful ode to appreciating all that winter can be. Just lovely, Dor! MJ

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on January 31, 2016 at 3:53 am dorannrule

Big melt today and tomorrow! Hope your driveway clears.

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on January 31, 2016 at 3:53 am dorannrule

Ditto Sheryl! I continue to be awed, especially when the weather changes and the same old views take on new life.

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on January 31, 2016 at 3:56 am dorannrule

I think the birds love the view too since the deck is a good perching place (along with a good food source in bad weather). The jay is probably chunky because he’s fluffed up to deal with the cold. 🙂

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on January 31, 2016 at 3:57 am dorannrule

YES! Get your Costa Rica photos out and start blogging so we can see the jays and all the other adventures you had!

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on January 31, 2016 at 3:58 am dorannrule

I think my feeder is too small for the pretty jays, but I scatter seed around the deck and the ground so they can get their share, particularly in bad weather.

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on January 31, 2016 at 4:00 am dorannrule

Thanks MJ! And note: I am on the Wheat Belly program (not the detox, but close) and after 5 days I am noticing distinct changes! Thanks again for sharing. 🙂

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on January 31, 2016 at 4:16 am Debbie Spivey

Whoohoo!

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on January 31, 2016 at 9:47 am Mama's Empty Nest

So many people gripe about winter, but I truly love the cold, brisk air, frosty windowpanes, and the beauty of snowfall. Your views were awe inspiring.

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on January 31, 2016 at 12:01 pm emjayandthem

Fabulous Dor!!

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on January 31, 2016 at 12:22 pm dorothychiotti

How beautiful indeed … 😉❄️

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on January 31, 2016 at 4:37 pm dorannrule

Ditto Cindy! I suppose if winter lasted too long I might join the gripers but we seem to be in a temperate zone where there is relief. Like it is supposed to be in the 60’s tomorrow!

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on January 31, 2016 at 4:38 pm dorannrule

Thanks Dorothy! 🙂

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on February 6, 2016 at 5:58 pm pattisj

It is beautiful–in YOUR pictures. It doesn’t look so good at the beach.

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on February 7, 2016 at 2:14 am dorannrule

Awwww! I love the beach though, in all kinds of weather. 🙂

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