The snow is gradually melting away –
But I like winter as it gives time for contemplation.

Today, we went down to the lake to see how far spring has advanced.
The lake is still iced over —
But that doesn’t stop the joy.

For more playful moments, please go to: Skywatch.
Pure winters is almost over for you, but, it is spring over here. Ruby is enjoying it.
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Love the shots, especially dog on boat!
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You are catching the shift of seasons perfectly, Fiona!
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I also love winter–both fall and winter–as times of contemplation. They are more quiet and peaceful to me. Must be the long nights. π
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Hello, beautiful scenes and sky. The last doggie image does look full of joy! Happy Thursday, enjoy your day. Have a great weekend ahead!
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…I love seeing spring come to the lake.
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Happy dog! β€
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That is one happy hound!
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Happy photos!
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Beautiful shots! I like the look of a melting lake or river, especially when the sky is clear blue.
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I love every season in your part of the world Fiona. Your furry muses certainly enjoy life β¨
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Wonderful – and your dog thinks the same!
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I adore that first photo, such beauty.
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That last shot is just filled with joy.
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“But I like winter as it gives time for contemplation.”
Yes, I agree, Fiona. Which is one of the main reasons I cherish the season of winter. I actually feel more alive and creative in winter, but at the same time, calm and contemplative.
STUNNING shots! Love the sky in that first one. Bellissima!
Have a lovely weekend, my friend! π
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You really captured the joyfulness of your sweet doggie. Lovely photos, Fi. ππ»π
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That shot of the dog running is wonderful! I probably won’t stop smiling for 2 or 3 hours!
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Stunning photos.
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Very icy indeed!
But how joyful!
And beautiful…
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Wonderful winter shots, and the dog is acting and posing fantastic again.
I love winter, but now that spring is here again after a very soft winter, I like that too. π
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Spectacular.
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Wonderful photos!
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That’s a lovely, expansive sky
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That first shot is awesome and the second is pure joy!
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We shouldn’t let anything stop our joy
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Great images. Lovely scenes.
Hugs
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LMA Β· & Β· CR
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SO beautiful. Our meadows are just beginning to turn into shallow lakes…… they refreeze at night.
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The Goldens love every season. We are vacillating with some warmer temps, too, but snow still in the forecast. The lake is beautiful as the snow melts.
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I love how your dog expressed JOY. I do like winter also. My favorite season is fall. Have a nice weekend.
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Dynamic sky and doggie photography ~ favorite is the doggie on the boat ^_^
Happy Times to You,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
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I would really love to try sauna in nature (without jumping in a cold water).
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We have a few spot of snow in North Idaho still.
Happy Sky and coffee is on
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Your insight; oh so a-cute. Your photographs, proof, one doesn’t have to look deep into the universe to reveal the mysteries. One simply has to stand in one place -breath, see and express it. A golden triangle – I applaud the artistry.
Good shtufffs!!!
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Pure bliss!!
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Your dog makes me smile!!
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Beautiful view. Whatever the season, having your furry friends around makes it beautiful.
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The dog sure is happy, excellent capture!
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Peaceful and fun…that is nice.
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I love the last picture pure joy!
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Hi Lady Fi, Excellent pics as always. I love this … “I like winter as it gives time for contemplation” … I could not have said it better. Have a happy weekend! John
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awww the dog doesn’t seem to mind the snow.
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Wonderful – I may have get a dog!
Cheers – Stewart M _ Melbourne
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Your lake brings you and your dogs so much joy, no matter what time of the year. My spirit lifts each time I visit with you.
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is that a sauna? looks so, sooo freezing there!
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That does look like fun! Cold, but fun! Winter is beautiful in its own way π
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First you contemplate …. and then you run for joy!
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Beautiful photographs.
All the best Jan
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Spring is sure to arrive! It snowed here this weekend but it warmed up so quickly it all melted today!
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love that last happy dog picture!
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Looks the dogs enjoy irrespective to the changes! Lovely shots
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Awesome
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Wow!Love the last shot
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