It very rarely snows in the San Francisco Bay Area. So when I see photographs and images of gardens covered in soft white powder, I take a moment to enjoy the beauty. There is an icy shade of blue that sometimes accompanies the white; I always look for it because it is so soothing. I love winter blues and white, which is why my blog design for this season has changed to those colors.
There is an elegance that accompanies barren trees and bushes. The simplicity of the branches is beautiful, especially when dusted with snow.
Even the front gate, nestled in winter's blanket, still welcomes us home.
Nature provides such stunning beauty. We only need to stop for a moment to appreciate it, even if only in pictures.
To see what others are hooked on this week, please head over to Hooked on Houses where Julia is hosting another fun party. If you're visiting me by way of Julia's party, please let me know by leaving a comment. Happy Winter!
Credits: Photos from Victoria Magazine online.
Oh, I would love to see it there when it was snowing...what a beautiful town! Great photos!
Posted by: Kim@ForeverWherever | January 08, 2009 at 08:16 PM
Beautiful photographs. I love snow under a blue sky.
Posted by: Maya@Completely-Coastal | January 08, 2009 at 10:53 PM
happy winter! i often wish it snowed here more than an inch or so a year. :)
Posted by: maya | January 09, 2009 at 05:57 AM
These photos are gorgeous! I love the winter blues and whites. Thanks for joining my blog party and showing us these!
Posted by: Julia @ Hooked on Houses | January 09, 2009 at 06:07 AM
What beautiful pictures, I want to be there right now! I really love that 2nd picture with the curly branches. Great post, and how fun for your area to have snow!
Posted by: Lamp Tramp | January 09, 2009 at 07:16 AM