Sunday, January 22, 2012

Snowy Saturday

Today was a snowy day.  It was the first full snowy day we've had this winter so far.  I am so not counting the "Halloween" Storm that we had.  It wasn't even winter back in October, so in my books that means it doesn't count.

Even though I am sooooo over winter & snow, I have to admit it was kind of nice being home for the full day without anywhere to go.  Basketball was canceled, so we didn't have that to worry about.

The girls had a friend sleep over last night.  All 3 girls played so well today.  All day.  Amazing that there wasn't even the slightest hint of a girl spat.

With the snow falling, our bird feeders on the back deck were a happening place.  We even were visited by  a male & female cardinal.  Unfortunately each time they came to visit, I wasn't fast enough with my camera to catch a shot!  Will have to be faster next time!

this little guy almost looks like he's in jail!

on the deck cap under the feeders, we have a slice from a tree trunk we found on a walk after last Augusts' hurricane.  The birds just love it.  I watched this little guy kick the snow as he looked for seed that had fallen from the feeder above.  He was quite funny!

we call this guy the "chipmunk" bird.  His head looks just like that of a chipmunk.  Hubby even looked up what his name was, but I've forgotten.  I like "chipmunk" bird better.

I just love the little black capped chickadees.

Tonight we were fortunate enough to head over to some neighbors for an impromptu get together.  We were supposed to head out to dinner with 2 other couples for dinner.  But, alas the snow ruined those plans.  A raincheck is definitely in order.

Some of our neighbors just built an ice rink in their side yard this winter.  It's great.  Long story short,  we and the families of the other 2 couples ended up over the W's house to skate & enjoy some food together.

So, with 4 families over, there were 9 kids skating on their rink.  All did wonderful.

Afterwards we enjoyed beef stew, homemade mac & cheese, veggie lasagna & various desserts.

We have such a great neighborhood and always have a great time when we get together.  We seem to shine in times of various weather events.  Making some great memories for when our kids are grown.

potd #19.  taken with my phone.  All of the various skates drying by the wood stove.  Priceless!

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