Winter walks

We've had a lot of snow this winter and I am well past enjoying shovelling. I don't mind it normally, in fact I find it a satisfying workout, but with snow every day, rain on top of the snow, blowing snow, then repeat, I'm not liking shovelling much. Whining aside, the snow is very pretty this year, sometimes magical. And when we're not shovelling and making paths to the woodshed and compost, we get out to snowshoe. Here are some shots of various treks. The picture above of tulips against the snow -- thanks, Sheila! -- is an antidote to the snow, a promise of spring.