The First Day Of Spring..
A red weather warning. >95% chance heavy snow.
Wind chill -12C. 41mph gusts.
Hello Storm Emma.
Yes I know it’s worse in Canada. But this is SW England. We’re softies right?
Keep warm!
Love this picture. Ceri
Thanks Ceri, gosh it was cold out there!
They have their own bobble hats and scarves! This delights me.
They do. It didn’t stop them clamouring to get back inside though. Or was that me? 😉
What a day it’s been! even worse tonight they say. Stay safe and warm Jessica!
We had a bit more snow but the wind was more of the feature today, howling up the valley. I’ve decided I don’t want to go to Siberia. Ever.
Love the scarf-covered ducks! It was -7 here this morning at 9am. Now up to -3 – oooh err!
By the morning it is supposed to be back in positive territory down here. What a difference that will make!
Cute x 4
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I love the photo of the tiny Robin, it’s beautiful. And your ducks look cute in their lovely scarves and hat. Yes we are softies, we’re just not used to it. I have to make an effort to take the dogs out then I hunker down for the rest of the day!
We ventured outside briefly this morning to take some photos in the snow but it didn’t last long. The wind was absolutely bitter.
The ducks look well cared for.☃️
They have more scarves between them than I do.
In actuality, you have worse weather than in Canada right now, not even joking. We had a thaw last week and it’s been spring weather since and we have ZERO snow, it’s so odd. It’s definitely an unusual winter. Having said that, it’s supposed to snow tomorrow. Not surprised at all. Lol!
Hang in there!
Worse than Canada? In that case I can feel absolutely justified in retreating to the warmth of the fire and refusing to move! Spring will happen soon, for both of us.
I feel for you all! We are used to this gross kind of heavy, wet, oppressive snow here in the Northern US (and so are our plants), but what awful timing for all of you! Stay warm and I very much hope the damage isn’t too bad once it clears off.
There are quite a few plants looking a bit sad at the moment. The coldest temperatures came before the snow, so nothing to keep them insulated against the worst of the wind. I fear there may be more losses than usual this year. Hey ho. Such is gardening.
So it looks like you are a few weeks off any Spring gardening….. Stay warm & love your ducks!
I really need to get out there Gerrie. Not just because there is so much to do but to revive a flagging spirit!
The foul (not fowl, ducky) weather makes me appreciate the warm days of spring even more.
This is very true. When it comes it will be glorious and over far too quickly. Spring is my favourite season.
I love their hats and scarves, have you been busy today? We have some drifts around the house so I’m not sure we will be going very far for a day or two. You stay warm and safe, too.
It doesn’t take long to knock up a titsy witsy scarf! We haven’t even ventured to the top of the hill. Judging by the sound of the wind there must be many drifts around. Not too many here, in the shelter of the valley, but the frost has been wicked. Wonder how Rosemoor fared.
Aww…So glad you gave the ducks warm scarfs! I hope the storm isn’t as awful as expected.
It has pretty much petered out now. I fear for some of the plants. It will teach me not to push the boundaries I suppose.
So sweet – I love the fact that you have considered your rusty ducks who have to spend the night outside in a red weather warning zone!
There’s only been one other red warning that I remember down here and that was for rain. Snow is really unusual. I’m sure we got off lightly, it could have been an awful lot worse.
I don’t know what’s cuter, the robin or the ducks!
The robin without a doubt! I’ve been trying to make sure they get a share of the bird seed. The big bullies have been conspiring to keep the smaller birds out.
The robin looks cheerful as always and It is very nice to see the ducks dressed for the weather. Stay warm yourselves and I hope your spring blooms are safely blanketed by the snow.
Sadly the worst temperatures came before the snow so I’m worried about what I will find when it all finally melts. Hopefully there is time for things to reshoot. Last year the killing frost came in May, much worse!
Cute! All our snow has melted here in the area near Chicago (I’m about 200 km NW of Chicago). It is feeling very springy, and the Snowdrops are blooming, which is a little early for us. Next will be the Crocuses and Daffodils. Not much snow in the forecast, and many of our migratory birds are returning early. Strange weather patterns. The snow is pretty, though. Take care!
Oh don’t, I can’t wait for Spring! Last week it looked as though it was coming here too, the Siberian blast has changed all that. I’ve heard geese flying over, they must be wishing they’d booked a later week.
LOL! Where would we be if the weather in UK was predictable – It would leave us with less to write about! Glad to see you’ve kept busy making warm weather protection for the rusty ducks. Hope it’ll all be over soon for you, snow is pretty but a royal pain in my book. Stay warm!
It is a right royal pain, especially if you live on a hill miles from anywhere. As long as we have power we’ll be OK for a few days. Plenty in the fridge. And plenty of jobs around the house!
Ha ha, brilliant! We have disappointing lack of snow here – heavy snow was forecast for this morning but it’s freezing rain instead. Keep warm and safe, Jessica.
The freezing rain doesn’t sound like such a good alternative, especially for the plants. I shall be glad when the temperature starts to lift. It really does feel like Siberia. Or at least the far north of Norway, which is the nearest I’ve got!
Great photo of the suitably attired Rusty Ducks, Stay safe and warm:)
Thanks Rosie, you too!
Snowed in, cut off, isolated…in front of log burner, lots of food ample wine, enjoying the quiet. Thankful that this part of Somerset still has power and internet. We were supposed to be visiting my step son but decided our visit was not vital. Hence we are not stuck in snow on the motorway or the A303. Imagine having to go to work and then getting stuck, some bosses I have known would take your absence as a personal affront. Fortunately those days are behind me.
Love the ducks, they look very snug.
It’s a good feeling, not having to go out. And it sounds as though you are settling in very comfortably. At least if we lose power there will still be somewhere to chill the wine. Until the white stuff turns to rain, which it is supposed to do. Have a good weekend. Keep away from the news.
We love the scarfs
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Love the image! The ionly weather that counts is where you are!
True. And it has stopped snowing, the wind has dropped. I hope it’s the same ‘Oop North’!
What a gorgeous robin!
He is! My constant garden companion. The bad weather brings out the worst in them though. Lots of fights today. Sigh.
Brilliant x
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I hope your snow as all gone now; ours was washed away by the rain this morning; but 5 days of white was enough for me. Love the scarves and hats for you ducks/geese
The rain is in hot pursuit so hopefully it won’t be five days here. I’m just itching to get outside. It’s Spring for heavens sake. My beautiful mutabilis was just throwing out new shoots and now looks rather droopy 🙁
Hahaha… so cute!
That’s runner ducks, I’ve always loved them. Too many foxes, otherwise I’d have real ones.
Poor things… get those ducks inside! I hope you’re managing to stay warm. I didn’t know it was possible to wear so many thermals at once!
It has been so cold, but perhaps this will be winter’s last blast? We’ve got through a few logs this month that’s for sure. Will have to send chainsaw man out for another tree.
HaHa 🙂 I love your ducks.
Somebody forgot to tell the weather that it is spring!!!
Absolutely. Even though the temperature has risen it still feels very cold out.
Hang in there! Hopefully the Arctic will be wanting its air back soon enough.
It is welcome to have it back right now!
Loved that shot. If I ruled the world, every day would be the first day of spring..?
Well I would vote for you Mike. Could you just make sure that the first day of Spring is a warm, sunny day?
Stylish ducks, great photo! Stay warm yourself.
Log fires every night.. the wood pile is going down horrifically fast. Thanks Hoov.
Fabulous photos. Can’t say I’m sorry to see it gone, hoping to catch up a bit in the garden now.
Indeed. We just need it to dry out a bit now don’t we?
I want those rusty ducks.
I tried to get more but I don’t think they’re made now, sadly. They were allowed out only briefly before returning to their winter abode. Hopefully with TLC I can keep them going a few more years yet.
Glad your ducks were wrapped up for the winter weather! Sarah x
They needed it, it was absolutely bitter out there. Quickest photo I’ve ever taken. With Mike holding an umbrella over the camera to keep the snow off!
We are pretty hopeless in the snowy weather aren’t we Jessica ? Love your rusty ducks !!! XXXX
We are, it’s embarrassing isn’t it. I know it’s not worth investing in snow clearing equipment etc. for the UK, but we do go into panic mode far too easily. Back in the day we had several dumps of snow every year and everyone just carried on regardless. It’s called winter!
We were cut off for 3 days! Fortunately I had supplies in!
Yikes. I’ve seen the photos of your snow, much more than down here in the south! Like you we stocked up, plenty of wine and logs for the fire!
Oooooh ……. brrrrrrrrrrr…….. I hope that those lovely ducks have been able to take their hats and scarves off. It sounded as if there was a fair but of snow in your neck of the woods. We escaped lightly on the Costa del Merseyside although it was definitely on the nippy side.
Yes, very cold here too but not as much snow as was forecast thank goodness. I dare say we could have got out if we chose to.. but the log fire was cosier!
Great photo. We did get a lot of snow here as the ‘Beast from the East’ returned in earnest last night, and it seems for one night only! Hopefully some warmer weather is on the way now.
Hi Dean.
Yes I’m more than ready for some springtime warmth. Can’t believe the clocks are going forward next weekend and we’re still under snow!