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Friday, January 25, 2013

Snowbound

Well so much for the January thaw I wrote about in my last post. I was up at the cottage to enjoy a little of the winter weather and got more than I bargained for. We were having lake effect snow with blinding whiteouts and it was 5 degrees and 15 below windchill. I started out to drive back home but had to turn back, the road conditions were too bad.  I love being in Northern Michigan in the winter except when you need be someplace else and the weather holds you back.

I did snap a few outdoor photos. Here is my sweet little shed nestled in the snow.


 And here it was the shed last summer! When the winter is long and snowy I need to go back and look at summer and gardening pictures to remind myself the snow will eventually melt away. The pink chairs, water cans and flags are packed away. The flowers long gone….. but this a sweet reminder of the summer to come.




Such a stark difference between summer and winter up here but the harsh winters make the summers more special. It is part of the reason I love to spend most of my time outdoors in the summer, you need to soak this up so get thru the long winter! What are you doing to help you get thru the winter?






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44 comments:

  1. sweetvintageofmineJanuary 25, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    I love your cottage and the Michigan area....so pretty! Even in the winter~~~Be cozy! Have a blessed weekend~~~~~~Roxie

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  2. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJanuary 25, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    At least there's a beautiful up side! Love the photos! Stay cozy!

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  3. Barbara F.January 25, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Your shed is gorgeous. I could live in it! Be careful with this weather. Not fun driving around in it. xo

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  4. DebbyJanuary 25, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    Is that ever cute. I hope it is warm inside.

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  5. Vickie @ Ranger 911January 25, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Your cottage shed is charming no matter the season! I have many of the same vintage finds, but you have the touch when it comes to creating pleasing arrangements.

    Keep warm!
    Vickie

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  6. podsoJanuary 25, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Both views are totally charming! Stay safe and warm.

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  7. sparklegemJanuary 25, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    The difference between summer and winter in your photos is really amazing. We don't get those extreme seasonal changes in southern California. It's kind of boring here.

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  8. She Who DoodlesJanuary 25, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    sorry to hear you are snowed in. what a beautiful little shed in the winter, but also in the summer. so picturesque. hope you get out soon.

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  9. UnknownJanuary 25, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    Holy Shed! I am so envious- what a wonderful and peaceful nook for you!

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  10. DewenaJanuary 25, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    The little white house in he snow is lovely. I loved the link to your fall dishes and fell in love with them!

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  11. ConnieJanuary 25, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    Oh my goodness . . . that is your shed . . . it looks like a sweet little cottage. Do you use it for storage, or do you have it re-done as a guest house, or studio. I would love to see photos of the inside :)
    I'm glad that being snow-bound didn't stop you from blogging. I love the photos.
    Thanks for sharing. Each post and comment that is shared between blogging sisters is a wonderful bonding of friendships.
    Your blogging sister, Connie :)

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  12. ☆Lu CavichioliJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    I loved your blog! I'm brasilian and it's not snow here.

    I loved snow!

    kisses!!

    LU C.

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  13. UnknownJanuary 25, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    I could live there all winter long..so beautiful..and serene looking..just my cup of tea!
    ~Shirley

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  14. Pinky at Designs by PinkyJanuary 25, 2013 at 11:26 PM

    We spent a week in northern Mi. a few summers ago at my BIL's and I LOVED it. Especially that it stays light so LATE!!! The summer there is beautiful but no way would I be there in the winter. XO, pinky

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  15. Katherines CornerJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    I love the looks of the summer and winter cottage shed. Our shed is covered in icicles right now. Hugs and happy pink Saturday!

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  16. DawnJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Love your pics:) I am enjoying our Michigan snow. The kids have been snowmobiling and riding the RZR having a blast. Even a little skiing has been done. Are you expecting the ice storm on Sunday night like we are here in lower Michigan? Im sure we will be without power again:(

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  17. bjJanuary 26, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    I love your beautiful shed in winter as much as in summer. :)

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  18. bjJanuary 26, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    I just linked up to follow...:)

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  19. TriciaJanuary 26, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    I love snow! We have a place up in Northern MI - and are going to build a home there in the Spring. We haven't had enough snow here in mid-MI for my tastes. I love the pic of that shed in the snow - absolutely lovely!

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  20. UnknownJanuary 26, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    It is so cute and charming! I heard today that Spring is 52 days away!

    Thanks for sharing!
    God bless....Brooke

    http://creativecountrymom.blogspot.com/
    My home and garden site...

    http://brookekroeger.blogspot.com/
    My Vintage Art and Printables site...

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Hi!

    I'm hosting a PINK THEMED giveaway, and I would love it if you stopped by and entered your comment for a chance to win some handmade items.
    Hope to see you there!


    Ciao bella.
    Creative Carmelina

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  22. PinkimJanuary 26, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    How lovely! My goodness, what a difference!

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  23. CindyJanuary 26, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    Winter can be really tough in the north country. I live across the line in Canada and the last two weeks were long and very cold with wind chills at 40 below 0 F. That is too cold to even think of going anywhere.
    Your shed is so pretty, in it's summer finery and in it's winter coat. Very picturesque.

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  24. DianeJanuary 27, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    So different, than Georgia! We have to enjoy every tiny bit of cold that we get in the winter to help us withstand the scorching heat of summer. Love your little shed - just like a post card!

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  25. MarigeneJanuary 27, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Love the picture with the snow, as long as it is there and not here! It is an adorable little shed.

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  26. LANAJanuary 27, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Your shed looks great any time of year, but I know what you mean about missing being outdoors. To pass the time during the winter I read and peruse all the blogs on the computer!

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  27. chateau chicJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    Adorable shed in the winter and summer! Would love to get more snow here in Northern Virginia.
    Mary Alice

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  28. genaJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:02 PM

    The shed looks sweet in both seasons! I'm a winter lover and we've had just about ZERO winter the last few years here in northern NJ - so I'm jealous!

    Enjoy the beautiful, blustery weather!

    gena

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  29. BonnieJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    It is a stark contrast but each season shows beauty. Your cottage is lovely. Hope it has warmed up a good bit since this post. I am a little behind visiting you.

    Hope your week is especially nice.

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  30. Warm Heart BearsJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    I love your little cottage. Thanks for sharing the photo's

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  31. The Honeysuckle Bus StopJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    How adorable! I wish we got snow like that here in Arkansas....we mostly just tornados.... :/

    Amber @ The Honeysuckle Bus Stop

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  32. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    your cottage is just so wonderful!!! loved it no matter what the season!

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  33. AnnJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:44 PM

    Glad you're safe, Laura. We had zero visibility fog here last week. Your shed looks adorable any time of year. Love seeing your pictures of it in the various seasons. Drive carefully in this wintery weather.

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  34. MarissaJanuary 31, 2013 at 3:00 PM

    Your shed is the sweetest! My aunt is from Holland Michigan and spends her winters here in Texas. and she tells me the winters up north are really long.. I love how you decorated it in the summer! that's a place I'd love to hang out.
    Marissa.

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  35. La Vie QuotidienneJanuary 31, 2013 at 9:49 PM

    How charming. I love the way you used the wire gate, very cleaver!

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  36. The Style SistersJanuary 31, 2013 at 10:43 PM

    I love the shedding all the seasons...so fun! Thanks for linking up and sharing this post. Karin

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  37. Ivy and ElephantsFebruary 1, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    Your sweet shed is so adorable, no matter the weather. It's a big girl playhouse, and I just love it!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  38. Katherines CornerFebruary 3, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things hop xo P.S. the new giveaway started yesterday :-)

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  39. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinFebruary 3, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Your shed is darling bathed in snow! Thank you for sharing this at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again on Monday. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  40. PamelaFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    I so adore your shed!! Thanx for sharing it at THT.

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  41. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonFebruary 6, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Oh Laura, I drool every time I see your shed! It is gorgeous both Winter and Summer! I agree, we must get out and enjoy the beauty! I will be featuring you at Share Your Cup.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  42. Curtains in My TreeFebruary 6, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    LOVE IT !!!!!!!!especially with the snow

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  43. Shabby Brocante, KarenFebruary 7, 2013 at 8:19 PM

    I have never been to Michigan. I think I would love it. Your cottage is the sweetest little cottage ever...winter spring, summer or fall!
    Karen

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  44. LivingVintageSeptember 29, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Your garden shed is one of the cutest I think I've ever seen. I definitely pinned it. Your wintry scene makes me long to live somewhere that gets more snow. I live in east Texas, and we mainly get sleet and ice. Every 5 years or so, we'll see a little bit of snow, but by the next day, all of it has normally melted.

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