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geese walking on ice
waddling across the pond
frozen edge to edge
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If you count the frozen pond, we had a White Christmas. There was only a light dusting of snow that mostly disappeared by Christmas. But we had record cold from an arctic blast that affected much of the country. I think we broke records for cold temperatures with several days with temps in the teens during the day and near zero at night. One night dipped to -4 F. Brrr!
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May your heart and home be warm, even if your toes are frosty. For the new year, I intend to be more proactive about my life. Hopefully, I’ll come up with some goals and plans.
Happy New Year! 🎉
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Thank you. Happy New Year!
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beautiful! Our pond froze as well. I think the lowest we went was 0 but could have been in the negative numbers. Stay warm and stay peculiar
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Thanks and welcome Amber. I’m sorry you had the crazy cold too. Stay safe.
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it is warming up here. We thankfully don’t stay cold very long. Thank God
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Water makes beautiful patterns when it freezes. I am glad that you did not lose power or water due to the extreme cold!!!
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Agreed Will about the beautiful patterns. I’m very grateful for a working heater and no frozen pipes. May our care for each other and the planet deepen.
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You have a lovely way with words, Brad. “May our care for each other and the planet deepen” is perfect.
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Those crystals are beautiful. I read about the very cold weather. Lots of places had loads of snow. All the best for 2023.
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Thanks Robbie. Yes, I’m grateful we didn’t get a lot of snow, although it’s pretty. May you thrive in 2023.
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Happy new year!
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Thanks Stacey. Happy New Year to you and yours!
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Love the frosty photos and how the ice is woven together creating a tapestry effect and metaphor for our connectedness. Wishing you an inspiring year sweet Brad! Happy New Year!
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I love your interconnected vision Tania! To thriving in the new year. ❣️
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Beauteous Brad. Happy & Healthy New Year!
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Thank you for Cindy. Happy New year!😊
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Crispy looking! Chilly for sure….Glad I don’t have to walk barefoot on the ice! Nice pictures Brad! Praying for a better new year! Be well…VK
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Thanks VK! Yes, walking on the ice barefoot would be frosty indeed! To thriving in the new year.
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LOVE your closing, Brad. GOOD for you!! I am so delighted you have chosen to be more proactive in your life. You will not regret it!! xo
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Thank you Amy. That’s my intention. 😊
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Lovely photos and intentions Brad. Stay warm and wishing you lots of joy and happiness in the new year. 💗
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Thank you for the kind wishes Miriam. Happy New Year! 💕
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Hi Brad,
Many blessings to you in the New Year! Keep warm and safe!
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Thank you Ana. Blessings for the new year.
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Wow those Chrystal’s really are awesome, yes sharing their connectiveness. We are indeed bridges to each other! So even in our Sovereign individuality we are always connected❤️ Such a soothing thought! Thankyou for sharing Earths beauty and your intentions! Everything begins with an intention… a bit of imagination and will power knowing you are worth it and can do whatever you put your balanced heart and mind too. And for me that’s always been the trick, to be well balanced because the mind will always try and talk you out of change❤️ May 2023 be a most beautiful year full of your highest potential Brad🥰🤩🎶🕺🌈 sending love and keep warm!
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Thank you for the reminders Barbara. To a year of thriving with balance and intentions for reaching our potential. 🤩🕺🌈
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Very nice. Brad I hope you have a great new year.
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Thank you Lynda. Happy New Year!
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I love your geese waddling poem Brad. Oh that is chilly. Maybe when you thaw out, you’re be ready to be more proactive Brad. Stay warm and enjoy in the meantime 💗
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LOL. Exactly Cindy. I need to thaw out before embarking on my grand adventure! Happy New Year! 💕
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🤣 Definitely true. I know I do and I usually can’t consider it until Feb… i have a long lead up time. Thanks for the wishes and you as well! ❤️
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That does look doubly cold! Hope you’re staying warm.
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Thanks Michele
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Sometimes when it is so cold, the only thing that gets me outside is to see the frost and crystals to be found. You’ve captured such icy beauty very well. I wish you a great start to an inspirational ’23 for you, Brad.
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Yes, it was hard to find motivation to go outside but worth it. I hope you find much beauty and love for 2023 Randall.
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What a beautiful, delicate winter moment these photos and poem encompass! ❤
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Thank you Jaya.
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Beautiful pictures Brad…thanks for sharing!! May the New Year bring you peace and joy! Happy New Year!
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My pleasure Kirt. I’m grateful to know you and share the journey. Happy New Year!
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Such cold, cold temps and conditions over in the States Brad.. our thoughts were with you all during that icy blast… Loved the poem.. Watching ducks waddle on ice while not nice for them, has often brought a smile to my face…
Have a Wonderful New Year Brad.. and thank you for all your supportive comments my friend ❤
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Thank you Sue. The waddling ducks were a fun distraction from the cold! Happy New Year!
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I do love those ice crystals! Adding sparkle to your pond. Happy New Year Brad!
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Thank you and Happy New Year!
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That’s pretty cold for your area, Brad. Brrr is right. A lovely poem for the waddling geese. I hope things warm up and the pond thaws soon. Stay cozy, my friend.
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Thanks Diana. This week we hit 70! Sheesh. 😋
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Ha ha ha. I wouldn’t mind that. 😀
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So good that you have a pond nearby. Happy new year!
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Yes, the pond and other nearby parks to hike are good for my body and soul. Happy New Year Cynthia. 💕
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Thank you.
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Brrr. And I definitely count the ice as a white Christmas. It is always nice to have one. Rosy cheeks and fresh brisk air are my memories. The ice crystals are a work of art. But no doubt you are happy the arctic blast has past. Bitter nostril freezing cold, is great in the tiniest of spurts.
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I agree on all accounts Donna! To brief visits from winter storms.
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Wow, beautiful. Can I come over? My (now very tall) unicycler in tow.
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Sure, stroll on over. It would be lovely to meet you and your tall unicycler in person.
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Those are really stunning photos. I love how much your pond area changes with the seasons.
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Thank you Bridgette.
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Below -4?! I had not known! Oh my! About to read about your first of January balmy weather!
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Thankfully it warmed up and has stayed relatively mild.
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