Ice Storm Cometh-

We haven't had a good snowfall in a couple years here in the Ozarks. I wouldn't exactly call this a "good snow" but we do have plenty of white. We were luckier than some in the area. At least we kept our power throughout the storm. We had the chance to shop and stock up on Wednesday and pulled out the camping gear, just in case. We have a wood stove to keep us warm, so we wouldn't have been in dire need.

We lost another tree. This time is was our willow. The weight of the ice was just too much and it topped over with a nod to gravity.

The storm began Monday afternoon and the kids were sent home early. It continued until Wednesday Morning. Ice, sleet, freezing rain, topped off with some snow. We haven't had school all week. Today, the temps went above freezing and the ice started falling, making photo taking a dangerous sport. Tomorrow, the temps should be in the 40's and our winter wonderland will melt away.

Ice is so beautiful, especially in the sunlight, but it's so dangerous to drive in. I appreciate the fact that everyone has the sense to stay home and not attempt to make anyone venture out when the roads aren't cleared.