I hate snow because I can't garden, as I can in almost all other kinds of weather, and I can't walk really fast. We are back to dark grey skies and plenty of rain in the Seattle area, and I love it. I don't want it to warm up too quickly. It's invigorating to work outside in this weather and lovely to come inside and be cosy with hot tea and warm cats.

That picture of a pine tree with snow is well done. I feel as though I can reach out and touch that drop of ice.