Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Pink Haze on the Mountains

There is a pink haze over the mountains this morning. Not Above the mountains. Not reflected On the mountains. Rather enveloping the mountains so that across the lake the mountains are a hazy pink ~ a color quality I have never seen before. Lovely.

I miss the Olympics. There is Nothing on television these days. Oh, I tivo a movie occasionally, Dean tivos other sports events and a commentary or two ~ but as for just turning on the tv and finding something to watch ~ no luck. I guess the Olympics were reality tv at its finest.

I felt sorry for those for whom a silver medal was not enough. To get a silver you had to be there and work very, very hard. I was sorry when they couldn't smile and be pleased to have received that. I know - coming in second isn't easy and my goodness, they were in the Olympics And got a medal. Good for all of them!!

Wind is up - another storm coming in. Having been sick and having had the weather we have had, I haven't been out of the house much this last month. I'm having to remind myself that spring is still a month or more away in the mountains.

Loved the full moon snowshoe hike Sunday night! Delightful. Even before the moon rose to its height, we could see because of the snow. A thin cloud cover kept it from being spectacular and like the folks in the Olympics, we were there and it was great!

Neighbor Dianne and friend Lorrie had prepared a wonderful fondue dinner for us before the hike. Delicious! Dianne is one of those folks who hosts with what appears to be great ease. Even though you know she has taken lots of preparation time, she makes it look easy and comfortable for her guests.

Dean came home last night with Girl Scout cookies! :D

The morning fire burns brightly and makes the grey day cozy and warm. It is time for a lovely cup of tea ~ with blessings

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