The weathermen said there was a “potential” for three feet
of snow but we didn’t think it would really happen. Not really all that unusual
for New England so I’m not really sure what all the hoopla was about on the
news. We kept hearing words like massive, historic, monster but really it’s
pretty much normal for us at least once a year. So camera in hand I thought it
would be fun to get a few pictures for those of you not use to living in this
much snow. It started off innocently enough Friday morning with just barely a
dusting, taken at seven in the morning.
By Friday night at 5:30 not much more snow had fallen since
the morning and as you can see from the foot tracks we could still walk around
easily.
But I guess for once the weathermen were right about the
snow, seven in the morning on Saturday, 24 hours later and we woke up to a
different landscape.
The husbands truck at 5:30 Friday night…..
The husbands truck at 7:00 Saturday morning. Have you
noticed the snow on the front hood of his truck is higher then the actual roof
of the truck?
Dylan watching Dad shovel from the porch this morning. We
aren’t able to sweep the snow off the porch since the snow at ground level is
higher then the front porch so it’s going to have to wait where it sits.
Thanks goodness our plow guy had been here but mister man
still had to shovel out to the open plowed drive. Poor Dylan needed some
private time and was barking asking Dad to shovel faster. See how much higher
the snow is compared to Dylan’s back? Dylan is 29” tall.
The mounds of snow we have around here blocks everything
from view for Dylan and he wasn’t thrilled…..
Until Dad brought out the snow scoop and was teasing Dylan,
he likes dropping his jolly ball into the scoop and barking at it.
(Please people don’t email me about how chubby Dylan looks.
Dylan weighs 82 pounds but has more hair then God. He get snow in the layers of
hair from rolling around in it and it puffs up making him look enormous. Dylan
is the perfect size!)
This is pretty much what it’s doing now outside and will be
snowing like this until four this afternoon. So I’m staying inside by the wood
stove and enjoying a book and a little leisure time while the men are outside
playing in the snow.
I hope everyone is enjoying their Saturday and if you live
in the northeast be safe and have fun in the snow!
XXX
~Debra~
debra! hope your pantry is well- stocked. just got a note from my sister in west haven, ct and she has almost as much and expecting more.
ReplyDeletestay warm and cozy! donna
Thank you for the wonderful report of how the snow fell yesterday and last night
ReplyDeleteI heard on Al Roker's weather channel spot early this AM, the snowfall was falling in bands. How much snow depends on where you are. And since the forecast is made every 6 hours, there may be a difference between the weather report and what is actually on the ground.
Darling dog. Enjoy your time inside~
ReplyDeleteHi, Debra - My gosh! I hope you all have a generator.....better yet, not need to use it. We purchased one before winter. (Haven't used yet....fingers crossed.) Thanks for the update.
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Loi
Wow 3 feet! This storm has packed a lot of punch....it is beautiful and now the sun is shining so hope its on its way to you too. I cannot imagine how long its going to take to get all this melted though! Hope you enjoy it...Dylan looks so cute, Teddy seriously did not know what to make of it, he literally took two steps out the side door, did his business, while having a look of exasperation and said "this is for the cats" and waltzed back inside:)
ReplyDeleteKisses to Dylan...you have excellent company! Please come visit me. I have a favor to ask. I need prayers for my little angel, Daniel.
ReplyDeletexo
Andie
I have been wondering about you!!! So happy to see that you are relaxing. That is a lot of snow!!!! Dylan looks adorable and just the right size.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy a little downtime and some fabulous snowy weather.
xx Elizabeth
You sweet thing... that's incredible!!! What a monster storm, the weather men were right. It is beautiful and so fun to play in. When a big storm hits - we get out the rhino and pull the kids in the snow, we love it! I hope you're doing well and I wish you all the best Debra!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Desiree
I wish I could enjoy the snow like dogs seem to enjoy snow. I have the same problem with the snow being higher than my porch.
ReplyDeleteA friend of mine just went for a ride around the neighborhood and downtown Boston and said it's a disaster. Major streets are only one lane wide. I've only seen one plow today. Not sure where they all are.
Hope you're safe and warm and with power.
Increadible, and Why is winger so long!? Where is the spring.... Sigh...xoxox z
ReplyDeletefeelin that. sort of buried in it too. have i mentioned we have two plows? yes. a pickup outfitted with a plow just for these occasional blizzards and a plow on our mowing tractor. i don't want plows. i want bikinis and sunscreen. who would have the time to judge your dog's weight? oy.
ReplyDeletekiss that dylan on the lips for bella luna, she's a lonely broad.
smiles.
michele
This is amazing Debra:) and look at Dylan.. he is thinking "come on people" and I totally get it. My girls love the snow. They always get really into the smells ~ which I totally don't get because you'd think there wouldn't be any! My 13 year old Ginger (she is loosing her hearing, has a torn ACL and needs a good dose of prozac because she is a worrier) just walks out and potties. She doesn't understand when it snows and looses her sense of direction.
ReplyDeleteThat picture of your truck is great! I showed by husband:) and he laughed. That's a lot of shoveling! We don't ever get this much snow but we do get 12-15 inches every now and then, and growing up in southern CA, that's enough for us!
Enjoy your quiet time at home .. and Dylan is darling. Pop over to my blog.. I just posted the cutest picture of my girls. Ginger (the old one) loves our little Layla:)
xxL
Now that's what we call a snow fall. I only watch the weather on weekday mornings so I had no idea od the amount. It's so pretty if you don't have to be out in it. Take care.
ReplyDeleteYour pics got me wishing there's also snow from where I am now.
ReplyDeleteWow, Debra, that is impressive. At least you didn't lose power. Who are the awful people who would say anything bad about Dylan, anyway? You are right; he is perfect...and adorable.
ReplyDeleteBest...Victoria
Wow! I can't even imagine...Hope you have lots of wine and food...Looks like you will be home for a while. And yes...I'd say just about everything about Dylan is perfect!..I'll get your things shipped this week. I've been slammed. Going to hire someone to take care of the shipping when the new store launches. XO, Mona
ReplyDeleteI can't quite imagine what it must be like to deal with that much snow! It probably makes life pretty tricky, but it sure looks beautiful! x Sharon (Dylan is as gorgeous as always)
ReplyDeleteMy Madigan looks exactly like Dylan. She too loves to roll in the snow and gets all fluffed up looking a bit bigger than her 60 lb svelte self.
ReplyDeleteHere in the upper midwest we are getting our second round of snow and will last into tomorrow.
Donna
Hi Debra,
ReplyDeleteAll thought you are always so inspiring, I am sure you are not wanting to be inspired with all that snow?
I so would take some of that snow off your hands so you can manage about your dailyness :)
In any case keep safe, warm, and inspired with your stay at home days.
Xx
Dore.
WOW Debra!!!!Thanks for making me appreciate California!! Though...it is very, very pretty! XO Trish
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog the other day! Always love hearing from you! I cannot imagine snow like that! Even though I lived in Denver for a while growing up I will admit that I am not very fond of snow! I love it for about a day! Glad you are getting to relax by the fire, though! Dylan looks beautiful! I can't imagine anyone thinking otherwise! Take care and be safe!
ReplyDeleteDebra,
ReplyDeleteI'm happy all of you are safe and sound. Here on the west coast they made the storm sound like the largest storm in history...exaggerate much, Mr. Weatherman? :-)
Karen
OMgosh Debra...so much snow! I bet you got a lot of sewing done. Your pillows are gorgeous! Stay warm...
ReplyDeleteOh but it is so beautiful. I wish we could have a little snow here.
ReplyDeleteThese images are breathtaking. Dylan appears to be running things.
Be careful while it smelting.
Happy Monday.
Teresa
xoxo
Debra- Wow, you did get dumped on! The storm mostly bypassed us in Albany NY, we only got a fine 8 inches - perfect for a half snow day for the kids, and fluffy and easy to shovel!
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Loretta
It's been horrendous in southern MA. No power for 4 days now, and no heat. What a nightmare! Stacy
ReplyDeletewe have family in New Haven and they are covered!! the snow makes for beautiful pics, but please stay safe and warm! xx
ReplyDeleteHi Debra,
ReplyDeleteLove how you tracked the snow fall. We had just a bit less...and as I was walking Miss Molly today, was sad to see one of my front window boxes had fallen due to the heavy snow. I can't even get to it right now...just waiting for the Big Melt to begin and see what I'm working with. Things are still pretty and I'm happy as long as the roads are clear!!
Stay warm...looks like more on the way!
xoxo Elizabeth
These pictures are amazing Debra, I've never known snow like that except at a ski station!
ReplyDeleteDylan looks like that hair is keeping him warm
xx
You got more than we did! Does DYlan come inside with snowballs attached to all that fine fur? Our little spaniels come in with giant chunks and wait for us to get it off!
ReplyDeletedylan is sooo cute! =3
ReplyDeleteThe dog is gorgeous but I'm so sick of the snow!
ReplyDeletexo
Sharon
If Dylan was lost in the snow you can only imagine how lost little Cooper was. It was over his head. I couldn't even find the front steps to let him out! Thank you for your support and prayers, Debra! xo
ReplyDeleteVery Swedish! (: Is Dylan starting to enjoy the snow more? And how are you holding up?
ReplyDeleteHugs to you beautiful Debra. And happy Valentine's!
Busy, busy over here (just like yourself!) but I am thinking of you!
Hugs
Mon
Happy Valentine's Day!! I hope you have a great night with Dylan and your husband!
ReplyDeletexx Elizabeth
Oh how magnificent! I thought we had a lot but nothing compared to you.
ReplyDeleteHope Dylan is inside now staying nice and warm. My dog is white so we'd lose him in all that snow.
pve
JEALOUS!!! was thinking of you when the reports started coming in. poor mr man, lucky you; a book and snuggling, yes!
ReplyDeletedarling dylan dog is sooo photogenic
xo
debra
Poor Dylan! I always adore seeing pictures of that sweet dog!
ReplyDeleteHere we go again - at least in Salem! Blowing and snowing to beat the band!
ReplyDeleteReally appreciate your comments!
Ever since we upgraded our MAC operating system, I don't get email notifications on when you post! haven't been able to figure out why.
:-(
Cheers,
John