It's the beginning of a new year and one of my resolutions is to better keep up with this blog!  So, now it's time to share some photos from last -- SPRING.  Yes, these were actually taken during an April snowstorm right here in Ashland, Wisconsin!  

I have to say, that though we lived in New Hampshire for 30 years and thought we were used to extreme weather, northern Wisconsin has shown us how crazy things can really be.  Yes, our home in the western mountains of New Hampshire was frequented by heavy snowfalls and freezing temps, at least we got periodic thaws in January and beyond -- but no sign of such luxuries here.  Also, being on the shores of Lake Superior has shown us not only what extended winter in sub-zero temps can be like, but also crazy blizzards that can rattle your house for days!  

Thus is our new life in the midwest!  But we have enjoyed our first year immensely and try to take advantage of all the opportunities -- including getting this girl out for some snowy shots.  Here are my favorites of Ellie (and a little bonus of her little brother enjoying the wonder of the big snowflakes gently floating down . . .)