Evening walk in the snow

[skipro]

so I missed the peak of Fall colors but I will happily enjoy this walk in the forest in a snow storm in November. What a boost to my spirits!

I should have brought my snow shoes but at least had my waterproof sealskin socks for the snow that went well over my boot tops

God bless all of us and much gratitude for His beautiful creations and gifts that totally make up for the hard days on treatment

Skipro

[andysnat]

I only recently discovered the following poem, and your pic and sentiments reminded me of it

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Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening

Whose woods these are I think I know.

His house is in the village though;

He will not see me stopping here

To watch his woods fill up with snow.

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My little horse must think it queer

To stop without a farmhouse near

Between the woods and frozen lake

The darkest evening of the year.

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He gives his harness bells a shake

To ask if there is some mistake.

The only other sound's the sweep

Of easy wind and downy flake.

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The woods are lovely, dark and deep,

But I have promises to keep,

And miles to go before I sleep,

And miles to go before I sleep.

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By Robert Frost - Vermont - 1922

The forum software makes formatting the poem difficult for me, so I've put some full stops to separate verses. I find the poem to be inspiring, and quite lovely.

[skipro in reply to andysnat]

Beautiful poem

Thank you for sharing

[Ghounds in reply to andysnat]

One of my favourite poems, thank you for posting it.

[ygtgo]

I used to love the 'stillness' of a walk in the countryside after a snowfall ... thanks for posting the pic.

[skipro in reply to ygtgo]

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[noeagaman]

Reminds me of growing up in Connecticut. We never get snow like that down here in southern Texas. I sure do miss it. It really makes it nice and quiet in a forest setting like that. Enjoy!

Chris

[skipro in reply to noeagaman]

Awe thx

Where in South Texas?

My son and family live in McKinney.

[noeagaman in reply to skipro]

I am in Schertz which is a suberb of San Antonio.

[skipro in reply to noeagaman]

Awe hot and humid as I recall from my past military life

[noeagaman in reply to skipro]

It sure is. I actually work for the Air Force here as a contractor. I'm retired Navy as well.

[skipro in reply to noeagaman]

👍 cool

[spi3]

Wondering if there was a wind with a melody made by the branches heavy with snow or the crunch from your shoes in the snow? Ty for always showing many of us the beauty of God's best . I hope you are doing fine too 🙂

[skipro in reply to spi3]

I was sheltered from the wind, and the snow so soft there was no crunch. But the smell of cold air and a little pine plus the taste of snowflakes on my tongue were magical.

I have good and not so good days but slowly improving over time. Getting out in God's great beautiful nature certainly creates a good day out of a not so good one.

How are you doing?

[spi3 in reply to skipro]

You are such a wonderful storyteller too! You are a creative artist in your own right! I'm so glad that you have good days and are improving too. My husband is in remission but stills takes acalabrutinib and Venetoclax- his Dr said in September his blood has no CLL but his bone marrow has a tiny molecular of CLL. This Feb he will determine to take him off his medicines. Ty so much for asking and know you are in my prayers too.

[lexie]

Love the snow! Got a freak early snow storm of 4" 2 weeks ago and I was almost as excited as my young Great Pyrenees, or maybe her enthusiasm ratcheted my level up a few notches. I'll have to look into those socks. I live in the snowbelt south of Lake Erie and can't wait for winter. Your photo looks wonderful.

[skipro in reply to lexie]

awe thank you

[skipro in reply to lexie]

Awe thank you

The socks came from REI and are called "seal skin" I just ordered them on line

God bless and hurry snow and Christmas

Skipro

[lexie in reply to skipro]

Thanks for that info, I'll be trying those socks out! ⛷️

[skipro in reply to lexie]

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[skipro in reply to lexie]

Awe thank you

The socks came from REI and are called "seal skin" I just ordered them on line

God bless and hurry snow and Christmas

Skipro

[Maya2007]

What a beautiful picture.♥️

[skipro in reply to Maya2007]

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[Zia2]

Beautiful

[skipro]

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[Stamphappy]

Oh Skipro! What a lovely peaceful sight!!! You've put me in the Christmas spirit with this gorgeous winter wonderland picture!! And Andysnat's poem just topped it all off! I've always loved that poem. I love Winter!! So far, we've only had a few flakes. It's gonna be back in the 60s in a few days....so I'm gonna put up our outdoor Christmas lights before the bottom falls out of the thermometer!!! Falalalala Lalalala 🎄 Thank you for giving me this peaceful picture - I will sleep with Christmas joy in my heart tonight. ❤️

[skipro in reply to Stamphappy]

Awe I'm so happy for all your happy "Romagical" thoughts.

That's the word that came to mind visiting my son in NYC one Christmas and there was a beautiful snowstorm. It's my highest compliment of a beautiful scene or thought.

[Stamphappy]

Yes, I understand completely! There's something about a beautiful snow storm that renews my spirit with such peacefulness. Thoughts of, as a really little girl, being at midnight mass, in our church, with standing room only. Everyone singing their hearts out...My Christmas wish is that everyone could experience such joy and love- Something that is so lacking in the world today.Thanks for your joyful post! Keep em comin', Skipro 😊

[skipro in reply to Stamphappy]

Awe nothing better than feeling the love of others and of God topped off with snow on Christmas 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[Stamphappy]

Couldn't have said it better myself, Skipro. Heartfelt thanks for all the cheer you bring us.

[skipro in reply to Stamphappy]

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