Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder

This week-end we completed 3 1/2 hour hikes Saturday and Sunday each carrying the knapsack on alternative days.  This was the first time  for me and my body feels it today!!!  What makes it all worthwhile is the incredible scenery.  I don't think I will ever tire of it.  Here are some incredible shots of the sun highlighting the trees.

We sent two days decorating a tree in our back yard.  Al tried to get a night shot but it is pretty difficult without a tripod.

You can see in these next shots how quickly the lake can freeze and how vast the horizon is.

It seems no matter where you go you will always find someone who insists in putting up lawn ornaments!

Oh well....

Hope all you snowmobilers, skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers and builders of snowmen are happy!!