Time is frozen in winter. The Northern Lights dance across an inky black sky, dotted with twirling & twinkling stars. Even amid winter’s dark shadows & frigid air, the beauty of our natural world shines bright. There are many reasons to love winter. Maybe, it’s the spectacular snow days, the delicious taste of hot cocoa, the generous acts of giving or the anticipation of holidays. As we wrap beautiful gifts for our loved ones, we begin to appreciate & celebrate the beauty of this surreal season. “Winter is the time for good food & warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand, for a hug beside the fire – it is time for home.” I love the sights & the scents of winter – the smell of pumpkin spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, gingerbread & spruce.
The stillness of the frozen air heightens our senses, making the mist, the glimmering snow or a cardinal’s song even more inspiring. Allows the much needed time for quiet reflection & tranquil moments of peace. Though the days are the shortest, they are still filled with amazing natural wonders. Crunching along a mysterious snow covered trail is blissful. The lovely landscape shimmers as the warm sun illuminates each tiny crystal of ice & nature’s intricate patterns. A crisp, white blanket of snow is the perfect minimalist backdrop to showcase nature’s magnificent colours. “The colour of springtime is flowers, the colour of winter is in our imagination.”
