Sunny Days

Today dawned clear and cold. I saw Venus rising in the east, but none of the other planets I saw earlier this week. The snow was pristine and crunchy. The dogs loved it. As the day wore on, there was plenty of sunshine and brilliant blue skies. A truly lovely day to finish the snow cleanup. 

Snow Storm!

I used to love to shovel snow. I would plug a book in my ears and get some exercise. But ever since I developed lymphedema, shoveling snow is dicey. I lose strength rather quickly, my left arm throbs and the swelling increases. Around the time I developed the condition, I acquired a snow blower (long story). It was a life saver! I am grateful every time I need to use it.