Last week, spring was in full bloom
With no ice on the lake
And swimming dogs in the sunset.
Today, it’s the spring equinox
And we celebrate with a silver dawn
And lots of snow.
The swans formed a heart
That seemed to be saying:
Don’t complain – just enjoy!
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Beautiful scenery photos.
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Så vackert!
We had a lot of rain and wind.
Today will be warmer degrees and some sun.
Hope to get out to take some Pictures.
Trevlig dag!
Majsan//
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It’s been a topsy-turvy weather week for sure, but beautiful no matter what. I love the tug of war as the seasons change. That first photo sums up how I feel at the spring equinox – full of hope.
As an aside, are they really grey geese? They look more like whooper swans (sångsvan).
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I thought they were swans, but then a Swedish woman said they were grey geese. You might be right – they DO look more swan-like, don’t they?
Lady Fi wrote: > >
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“then a Swedish woman said they were grey geese I had to laugh at this, remembering a Swedish woman (a teacher as well) who told me that Sydney was the capital of Australia and got quite shirty that I wouldn’t believe her.
I’m pretty sure these are young whooper swans (still with juvenile grey brown plumage), especially looking at the beak colour and the length of their necks. But then what would I know? I’m just a silly woman who thinks Canberra is the capital of Australia… 🙂
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Glad to have you confirm my first feeling that they are swans!
Lady Fi wrote: > >
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Because of you I will always think of Sweden as having such a beautiful colour. Please accept a duck for luck. \,,,,(‘)< 🙂
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Luminous and foggy–I like both!
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The beauty soothes my soul this morning. Thank you for sharing your Spring here. Val x
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Vilka färger! Är det naturligt eller lite bearbetning?
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Det var en riktigt fin lila kvällssol!
Lady Fi wrote: > >
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ofattbart läckert om det dessutom var helt på riktigt!
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yay…come on spring..its actually supposed to get up in the 60s here today…i am rather excited after the ice storm on sunday/monday…maybe that was winters farewell…..lovely purple….
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Images are magnificent Fiona.
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A strange spring to follow a strange winter
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I hope the rebirth of nature wont see blocked by the return of the snow, i’m sure your captures of the blooming will be marvelous!
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Gorgeous, gorgeous shots.
It’s a most magnificent spring day here.
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awww. a little step back, but you still enjoy the beauty. 🙂
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Love the purple of the sunset and the silver of the dawn! Just gorgeous!
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You do have a beautiful world — winter or summer or in between! Gorgeous ways to begin and end any day!! Superb captures, as always! Enjoy your weekend!!
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Love the colours in the 1st pic!!
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Beautiful spring picture. We all enjoy the spring.
Enjoy even dogs.
Greetings.
Lucia
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All that liquid silver across the lake is so lovely, but I would really love to have some sunlight and warmth!
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That first shot would be great framed, beautiful colours! We have snow again today as well.
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What pretty silver colors! That last photo is beautiful!
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beautiful shots especially the swimming with the dogs shot. i always enjoy your photography.
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Love the beautiful wintry scenes!
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what a ‘feel good’ photo! loved this. 🙂
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The strength of the light in these great pictures! The Swan Lake! Wonderful reflections! regards
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the colors are gorgeous – enjoy a great weekend!
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i will believe its truly spring here when the temps stay over 40 for more than a day
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The photos are exquisite! I love each one of them!
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Magnificent photos! We are supposed to get snow here again next Tuesday.
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Your photos are lovely and I’m so happy that spring as arrived in your area. I can’t believe how quickly the ice on your lake has melted. Every lake is frozen solid where I am. We had a little snow again today.
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Lovely shots especially the 1. picture.
Happy spring Greetings, Wieczora (◔‿◔)| My photoblog
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Gorgeous photos, and I love seeing swans gliding on the water so gracefully like that!
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So beautiful!
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Love that second image especially – quite special.
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That’s my favourite too!
Lady Fi wrote: > >
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That first picture had me going: “Yes, yes, yes! Do dive in, son!” 🙂 But that water is probably freezing cold. So, no. Glorious landscape.
Greetings from London.
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It’s been a very strange winter indeed.
Both of these photograph are beautiful.
I especially love the pinks in the first one.
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LOVE & Adore that first photo!!!!!!!!!! Xx
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Wow, the first shot is stunning..I love the color.. I have to admit, I am tired of seeing snow. But your snowy scene is beautiful. Have a happy weekend!
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And how could one not enjoy this, Fiona. Just lovely!
Around here we call all ‘spring snowfalls’ the farmers fertilizer.
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grateful for moments of peace and every thing in between whatever the weather. Beautiful images and thoughts Fi.
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You get the most remarkable purple skies. Stunning!
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Winter seems to be having a hard time leaving in much of this country too. Many of our snow-bird neighbors are wondering if they should extend their stay (the end of March is usually a huge exodus from Florida and the other snow bird states). You make winter look so beautiful I almost wish I could experience it. Almost.
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Oh, the ebb and flow of winter into spring, never a straight shot! Love your photos, must be wonderful to live on such a idyllic lake. Happy Equinox!
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Such lovely images.
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The colorful shot is very beautiful but so is the snowy icy ones.
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We’ve had several days of mild, sunny weather, but snow is back in the forecast for next week. But I’ll try to enjoy whatever Mother Nature brings around.
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The pink and white are certainly calming. Something caught the dogs’ attention.
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Spring feels late everywhere, but the birds are hurrying it along.
Jen
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That purple water is gorgeous!
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Wow! lovely streaks of grey and silver!
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I love the pinks in that first image in contrast to the black and white images at dawn. Many parts of the world have been having long cold winters and a reluctant spring. We learn to take what comes and let go of our expectations to enjoy things the way they are!
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The second and third pics give me peaceful feeling. Thanks 🙂
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wundervolle Momente
schön das der Frühling EUCH auch gefunden hat
LG zum Freitag vom katerchen
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Love the little’s one’s arm action and the dogs watching. Gorgeous colours in these photos.
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Beautiful pics!
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Wonderful scenes.
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the kid seem to want to jump in as well. 🙂 Love the swan image.
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Mother Nature will do what Mother Nature will do. Beautiful on both sides of the equinox!
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Amazing, amazing…! Spring on one day, snow the next day!
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Wonderful shots as ever.
It’s been a strange winter and spring is starting in a strange way too.
Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend.
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everyone seems happy including those beautiful swan
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Beautiful shots, The swans have the right attitude.
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Lovely photos!!!
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What a wonderful day!. Spring is here. Light is growing and growing.
And your photos are great, as usual, Lady!
· hugs
· CR · & · LMA ·
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The swans forming the heart: fabulous!
It is encouraging to know that Spring is officially here – even if Spring was greeted with snow in many places.
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Very beautiful photos! As always :-)) Here also winter returned. Now we long for spring?!
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Whoa….w! The swans! I’m not complaining 🙂
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Incredible, full of exquisite lilac at first! Have a good night!
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Lady Fi: We had snow this morning and now clear and sunshine. Maybe Spring is starting.
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The colors of the first shot are so beautiful! And the swans so lovely! Wonderful photos!
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You are right. There’s no reason to complain… We’ll just enjoy the weather—-whatever it is… Okay???? We have had a couple of warm days —but they say that winter is not finished with us yet…
Great photos.
Hugs,
Betsy
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The only thing you can predict at this time of year is unpredictability!
Cheers – Stewart M – Melbourne
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Nice posting….
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We had heavy snow arrive today, too! After a beautiful day of sunny melting temps yesterday. Two steps forward, one step back – that’s the way Spring goes for us!! SLOWLY but surely we’re making progress toward seeing the earth under all this winter’s snow.
Exquisite photos! And smart reminder from the swans – just enjoy. 🙂
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avrà la primavera candidi fiocchi sui biondi capelli!
la prima foto con il saluto al sole fa restare senza fiato, bellissime anche le altre
abbi un buon inizio primavera…possibilmente senza neve
will spring white flakes on the blonde hair!
the first photo with the greeting to the Sun does remain breathless, beautiful also the other
have a good early spring … possibly without snow
🙂
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Wow: “silver dawn and lots of snow” plus some “swans – that have – formed a heart”… So happy to enjoy of all these beauties! … fantastic landscapes!!
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The same happened here, this morning.. though it’s never looked like spring. Just 15cm more to add the the 3 feet of pre-existing white stuff! Your photos, as always, are lovely. That first one is so dreamy.
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Pretty sliver skies!
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Pink and silver. One thing is for sure, no matter what the season, it’s beautiful there!
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I think the dogs and boy are looking forward to summer and warmer temps. Beautiful! Happy skywatching and thanks for stopping by.
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What a difference a day (or two) makes! Enough with the snow already. Come on Spring!!!
xo jj
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Those two swans make the pic look magical! 🙂
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Wow. The sunset picture is awesome. I’ve never seen such a colour before. Awesome 🙂
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Each year is following the previous and somehow is different. I beleive the swans are right…Let’s enjoy all of nature’s beauty
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I agree with your positive thinking. These beautiful scenes would be a reminder made by winter about its beauty before finally leaving.
Yoko
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Your ice is gone, what a short winter you had…you must be living right! 🙂
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The first image is stunning!
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