It's Outdoor Wednesday and I thought I'd share what we woke up to today~it's a winter wonderland.  Hubby and I measured and we have 8" and it is still snowing; nearby cities have between 12-14".

We donned our silk long-johns, wool socks, snow pants,ski sweaters, ski jackets and headed outside to clear the snow off the trees.  The news last night said there were going to be major problems for all the trees due to the heavy snow and sure enough they were right.  We quickly got as much snow off the branches as we could and noticed we lost a couple of small limbs from our Aspens.  We also cleared off a patch from the lawn for our dear Reggie and it surprised me how long he wanted to stay outside with us.  Of course, he follows us,especially me, everywhere but it would have been so cold on his feet and arthritic legs.

 The tree on the right is not a weeping Cherry but actually a Crabapple.  We call this type of snow, so packed with moisture, Sierra Sludge.  It sure makes clearing driveways and walkways a much more difficult task.

I can truly say the snow is so beautiful but I know I've lost all my Mums; oh well.  There was one other husband and wife team out shoveling as well and we said good morning to them.  In our development, we have to clear the sidewalks-not all folks do, guess they have to hurry off to work.
I'm thankful that the weather forecast for tomorrow is sunshine and no snow.  I've got my ladies study tomorrow and the idea of driving in wet snow does not appeal to me; I best get used to it though.
Have a wonderful day my friends.
Noreen