In the hush of dawn
Snow shadows make very nutritious breakfasts.
They dance with Vitamin D, which we northerners need in winter due to lack of adequate sunlight.
They are filled with flickering protein and trace minerals such as zinc and magnesium.
The calcium in snow shadows becomes apparent when you notice the bone-dense trees swaying in the wind. No osteoporosis for those who get their recommended Daily Amount of Snow Shadows!
If you haven’t eaten breakfast–or even if you have–please settle quietly to drink it your Recommended Daily Allowance of mid-winter snow shadows. You don’t even need to get cold or wear sunglasses.
Enjoy…
Getting lighter
Oh sun!
Oh for goodness sake, get your shadow outa the picture!
That's better, honey.
Oh the shadows!
Be still, our snow-shadow-loving hearts...
No, no! This blog is supposed to be about snow shadows, not snowy shovels!
This is supposed to be about snow shadows--not snowy woodpiles. Go in and eat your granola, Kathy!
Posted by purpleborough on February 12, 2012 at 9:52 am
Beautiful shadows in the snow. We, here in the South, rarely see this.
Posted by Lynne Kovan on February 12, 2012 at 9:57 am
Lovely, lovely shadow pictures. I even like the snow shovels!
Posted by Laurie Buchanan on February 12, 2012 at 10:09 am
Kathy – You probably didn’t try this…
…but if you scroll down the page really fast you get the same sensation as telephone posts whipping by in the car — dizzying!
Posted by Fountainpen on February 12, 2012 at 10:12 am
I think the picture with the shadow that you wanted to get rid of within the picture just might be the “shadow goddess” checking it all out! You never know!
Fountainpen
Posted by Elisa's Spot on February 12, 2012 at 10:26 am
oooooooooooo pretty!
Posted by Carol on February 12, 2012 at 10:44 am
Shadows and reflections – what is it about them? Elongated body shadows can make one wonder about the photographer’s physique – I have many pictures that give the impression I must be a malformed monster of some type.
Posted by Brenda Hardie on February 12, 2012 at 11:06 am
Beautiful!!! Good Morning dear Kathy, our very own Shadow Goddess of the northwoods! ♥ Thank you for the healthy dose of sun and shadows this morning and for the sneak peek at the shovel and the woodpile
♥ Now I feel ready to start my day!
Posted by Heather on February 12, 2012 at 11:24 am
Why are shadows on fresh, soft snow so bewitching? They feel very ephemeral to me. And don’t you just hate “ruining” the unblemished surface by walking on it? I often find that my plan to avoid a place to I could take pictures means that I stepped in another place that would have been great, too. Ah, well. Really – off to layer up to go play! Thanks for the nutrients
Posted by Marcie on February 12, 2012 at 12:51 pm
What exquisitely beautiful…gorgeous winter light!
Posted by john on February 12, 2012 at 1:00 pm
Long shadows and filtered light, be it morning or evening, are some of the most calming things in my life. You are blessed.
Posted by Colleen on February 12, 2012 at 1:07 pm
Shadows and reflections. I love seeing those first moments of the day reflected in your snow. If it’s from this morning, hoping your day will continue to be sun-filled
Posted by Munira on February 12, 2012 at 1:12 pm
Byoooootifulll photos Kathy!
Posted by Karma on February 12, 2012 at 1:30 pm
Brrrrrrrrrr! My rhododendron leaves are still curled up tight here in the afternoon, but with no pretty snow for them to make shadows on. If I’m feeling this chilly here, I can only imagine how cold I’d be being outside before breakfast near your house in the woods taking pretty pictures of sparkly snow shadows.
Posted by Dana on February 12, 2012 at 3:16 pm
So pretty! Both Marty and I have been admiring these photos this afternoon. Thank you!
Posted by Kathryn McCullough on February 12, 2012 at 5:25 pm
I can’t get over how lovely those shadows are on the snow! Well done, my friend!
Hugs,
Kathy
Posted by Barbara Rodgers on February 12, 2012 at 5:45 pm
Snow shadows! One of winter’s wondrous blessings… I love them.
Posted by Sybil on February 12, 2012 at 6:58 pm
Buurrrrrrp … sorry. Excuse me. Delish. A feast for the eyes and the tummy.
Posted by Dawn K on February 12, 2012 at 8:54 pm
Beautiful snow shadows! Don’t you just love it when the snow is smooth and the sun is out and the blue shadows dance?
Posted by emaclean on February 12, 2012 at 11:11 pm
Stunning! I showed this to my 15 yo daughter who is a budding photographer. Sadly, there is no snow here to photograph. Just blooming camellias.
Posted by belleofthecarnival on February 12, 2012 at 11:38 pm
Very beautiful shadows in the snow! You captured their beauty so wonderfully!
Posted by Kathy on February 13, 2012 at 7:51 am
I am so glad you enjoyed the Snow Shadow Show! It was lovely to admire their long blue shadows against the white. Thank you all for your comments. Love, Kathy
Posted by From Moments to Memories on February 13, 2012 at 10:33 pm
UGH I am missing the snow here! Ours is melted already
We just need one good storm and havent had one all year! Beautiful photos!
Posted by Kathy on February 14, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Wishing you snow shadows…snowstorms…at least one of them! Thank you.
Posted by TheDailyClick on February 15, 2012 at 6:00 am
Beautiful! ♥
Posted by The Hook on February 15, 2012 at 1:53 pm
Wildly creative title and post!
Posted by lucindalines on February 15, 2012 at 2:25 pm
Wow, now you make me want to grab my paints and get to work. Too bad I gave those to my middle daughter some years ago. Loved reading about you. In terms of Laura…I could say that I live in a Little House on the Prairie here in one or other of the Dakotas. Loved several of your pieces.
Posted by Kathy on February 15, 2012 at 7:20 pm
Thank you all once again. Lucindalines, never thought about painting snowshadows. How gorgeous those would look. Happy to meet a fellow Little House fan.
Posted by Robin on February 16, 2012 at 1:12 pm
I love snow shadows, and you did a wonderful job of sharing yours with us. Thank you.
Posted by Kathy on February 16, 2012 at 1:56 pm
As soon as I get past these crazy two days, I am going to quietly & serenely admire snow shadows again. Honest!
Posted by l0ve0utl0ud on February 17, 2012 at 7:41 am
Beautiful photos!
Posted by karlapr on February 17, 2012 at 8:43 am
Ah… where do you live? We have had almost no snow this winter, and it’s been a source of great angst for me. I’m jealous!
Posted by Kathy on February 17, 2012 at 1:22 pm
Thanks again to the snow shadow lovers. We are in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We do have snow, although not as much as usual. And it’s warmer than usual. I wish you snow…and snow shadows…
Posted by Elisa's Spot on February 18, 2012 at 8:27 am
OOOOOOOOOOO Kathy Kathy Kathy!!!!!
Eagles for breakfast!!!!!
Wonder if anyone has ever captured snow shadows of eagles?
Posted by Kathy on February 18, 2012 at 8:56 am
Loved looking at that eagle. Thank you, Elisa. That would be a cool shadow capture, indeed. I once photographed a large wingprint on snow. It took your breath away.
Posted by Elisa's Spot on February 18, 2012 at 9:03 am
Yes, I remember seeing that one! I cannot recall what type of wing it was, but the whoosh and wisp were spectacular!
Posted by Kathy on February 18, 2012 at 10:06 am
I don’t think we ever knew what kind of wing print it was. It was just BIG. Or maybe the snow made it look big. Yes, the whoosh and wisp of it…
Posted by jane tims on February 25, 2012 at 7:38 am
The metaphor is very apt. I like the snow shovel photo… goes with spoonfuls of cereal. jane
Posted by Kathy on February 26, 2012 at 8:49 am
Thank you, Jane. Glad we haven’t had to use the snow shovel too much this winter–yet!