Snow. Wind. Rain. Wind. Snow

Many distractions the past few week; not exclusive to computer problems and illness. The weather in our "neck of the woods" has garnered attention.

Fortunately we are not in an area that had noticeable floods. First we had a cold front with snow. Within 24 hours of a beautiful snowfall, the wind blew in with a vengeance. It stayed 3 days. However, the worst of the storm hit the west side. Then it blew right over the top of us and tore through northeastern Oregon.

We have returned to a beautiful snow covered morning on December 7.

Comments

Brooke - Little Miss Moi said…
Dear pamela. Ohhhh SO beautiful! i'm jealous... Can I move in for the winter? I wouldn't get the blues if I got to look at that lovely scene all day.
8:02 AM, December 07, 2007
Beckie said…
Holy Moly! We didn't get ANY snow. It rained all night and I don't even think the roads are slick this morning. Enjoy - it looks pretty.
8:42 AM, December 07, 2007
Claudia said…
That's beautiful!! I'm glad to hear you guys weren't in the nasty weather and that you're oK
9:27 AM, December 07, 2007
Anonymous said…
Wow. That is beautiful.
9:51 AM, December 07, 2007
Heather said…
Pam, this is breathtaking!
I'm living vicariously right now.
10:02 AM, December 07, 2007
Amanda said…
It's one of the things I miss most about home. I wish it would snow like that in portland. It's a beautiful picture mom. I love you!
10:20 AM, December 07, 2007
Ms. Kathleen said…
Snow....beautiful! What a gorgeous photo. We have had snow come and go since October and I love it when the sunlights makes it sparkle. It is so Christmasy! God Bless!
10:29 AM, December 07, 2007
willowtree said…
Karmyn sent around some flood pictures, that's serious stuff. I'm glad you escaped the worst of it. The weather is crazy over here too.
12:39 PM, December 07, 2007
Robin said…
Spectacular!

You know I live snow-vicariously through my blogging buds :/...at least I have y'all's beautiful pictures.

Hope all your "stuff" is headed in the right direction.

(btw, is anyone able to use that openid thingie? I haven't been able to get it to work...WHAT AM I DOING WRONG???)

Robin @ PENSIEVE
2:24 PM, December 07, 2007
Rosie's Whimsy said…
What a beautiful picture of your snowy landscape!
3:01 PM, December 07, 2007
Robinella said…
Sorry for the bad weather spell. It did leave a beautiful trail at your place.

After 4 years in San Diego, our first winter in WA looked a lot like this. It was truly a winter wonderland for us.
3:08 PM, December 07, 2007
ChrisB said…
I love that photo it would be perfect for a Christmas card.
3:25 PM, December 07, 2007
Anonymous said…
Jealous of your snow. Hope you're feeling better soon. :)
3:40 PM, December 07, 2007
M@ said…
nice photo. even dc has snow right now. early snow in northeast, too.
4:06 PM, December 07, 2007
Unknown said…
That's beautiful! The snow makes everything look fresh.
6:32 PM, December 07, 2007
Carole Burant said…
I so love it when the tree branches are all frosted up like that...beautiful shot! Stay safe and warm!! xox
7:13 PM, December 07, 2007
Kila said…
Now THAT'S a winter picture. It does look lovely when you're sitting inside and looking out at it!
9:19 PM, December 07, 2007
katy said…
that is a view i could look at all day, as long as i was on the inside looking out!
10:50 PM, December 07, 2007
bichonpawz said…
I'm very glad to hear you are not in the flood zone....the pictures I saw were just awful!! Your backyard is absolutely stunning! Beautiful!
10:51 PM, December 07, 2007
Peter said…
Glad to hear you missed the worst of the storm Pamela.
12:22 AM, December 08, 2007
Gattina said…
and I am sitting here with a storm, rain and cold weather ! I wished I could go back to Egypt and spend the winter over there !
12:57 AM, December 08, 2007
Gaynor said…
Beautiful picture Pamela. Not sure what is wrong with my computer, but I haven't been able to comment on your blog! Even now I only get half of my comment on the computer, so I hope it makes sense!
I do enjoy your blog!
With love, Gaynor x
3:51 AM, December 08, 2007
DesLily said…
wow.. how gorgeous to look at!!! It always looks so fresh and clean... until pollution ruins it.
3:58 AM, December 08, 2007
Anonymous said…
"Who the heck is Crappy Cardigan?" I asked myself. Ah, a new reader ! Nope. An OLD reader. You are too funny, gal.
Beautiful photo. It rained all day yesterday. Wish the temp had been five degrees colder.
Crappy Cardigan's Friend
5:21 AM, December 08, 2007
BarnGoddess said…
beautiful photo!

they are calling for freezing rain/sleet in OKLA Sun-tues.

Id take snow over that mess anyday....

Stay warm and dry!
5:33 AM, December 08, 2007
Anonymous said…
Looks gorgeous. I wouldn't mind a bit of snow here.

Dreaming What Ifs...
9:16 AM, December 08, 2007
Devon said…
I'll try again.. my first comment was lost in cyberspace. It is a beautiful photo. I ordered a PW calendar, but think you should do one next year as your pictures are consistantly beautiful!!!
11:05 AM, December 08, 2007
Susie said…
Gorgeous photo! I was wondering if you were in the thick of things with that terrible storm. So glad to know that you're safe and well...
xo
6:48 PM, December 12, 2007
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