Walking in an Arctic Freeze: February 16 2025
We are still in the midst of a deep cold spell here in Minnesota. When I went out walking today, it was gorgeous and sunny, but only 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Still, it’s great to get out and move, and breathe the fresh air, even if it must be taken in through a scarf to prevent frostbite on my face!
In Minnesota, people still go out running, biking, hiking and dog walking in this weather. I saw a number of others out on the trails. They say your blood actually changes if you live in a cold climate. I believe it. Before moving here 20 years ago, I couldn't imagine it. Now I love it!
The sun was just beginning to drop low in the sky, and I was mesmerized by the way the snow turned from white to blue when it no longer had the sun shining brightly on it.
Well that’s it for this post. I hope you all had a lovely weekend!
Photo credits: All of the photos in this post were taken by me and belong to me, unless otherwise noted.
My bio: I am a fiction writer and photographer based in Minnesota. I have had a lifelong love of fiction writing. I am earned my MFA in writing from the University of New Hampshire. My short stories go de have appeared in a range of literary journals and anthologies, and my first short story collection, Somewhere in Minnesota is available on Amazon US as well as international Amazon sites., Barnes & Noble or from the publisher.
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Beautiful blue skies, and 10° in Minnesota, sounds very nice!😊
I think you’re right about your blood changing in a colder climate!
In Colorado even at sub zero temperatures everyone was out enjoying Winter!🤗
One must either embrace it or... well, the alternatives aren't great. Ha ha.
Thanks as always for visiting my posts, @silvertop. I feel behind on interacting on Hive this week! Chalk it up to crazy job and crazy life.
It's almost March. Woot! Feels like spring is in the air.
Very true, you have to enjoy the winter!😊
Almost March…. I would guess you are about to warm up!😇😎
Beautiful winter!❄️
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