Monday, 5 March 2018

The break

Could it be? Are these the first signs of the spring thaw that will release the harbour from its winter blankets of ice and snow? Will the strengthening sun, offering its twelve hours of light now, be enough to offset the colder temperatures at night? Will the harbour soon break free again, released from its winter prison?




We pondered these questions as my husband and I walked along the shoreline this past week. Close to shore, there is open water in several areas now. Short days ago, the shoreline was frozen solid, exhibiting footprints of adventurous humans and animals, such as foxes. 




Now only the fool hardy would attempt to traverse anywhere along this shoreline, as slush is obvious in places. It is a hopeful sign to us who have felt trapped for months, prisoners to the gray light and bitter cold. 




We are waiting for the sun to release us now, sentence over for this year. Time to make plans for the days of light!

Besides, the geese are back!

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30 comments:

  1. DJan5 March 2018 at 05:49

    Yay! Another winter is beginning to recede and leave us with the first signs of spring. And welcome back, geese. :-)

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    1. Marie Smith6 March 2018 at 14:46

      It would be wonderful if it were spring but two snowfalls are in the forecast fro the rest of the week, Jan.

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  2. Anvilcloud5 March 2018 at 07:21

    Most of our days now are slightly above 0 and our nights slightly below. This is good sap weather.

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    1. Marie Smith6 March 2018 at 14:47

      About the same here, AC. Snow coming though.

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  3. Joanne Noragon5 March 2018 at 07:25

    Looks hopeful from here,too.

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  4. Debbie5 March 2018 at 07:49

    oh i think it is coming, surely it is coming. but for now, we will be satisfied with these beautiful snow/winter images!!

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  5. Celia5 March 2018 at 08:26

    The light returns.

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  6. PerthDailyPhoto5 March 2018 at 08:29

    That's an assuring sight Marie! Spring will be with you before you know it.. can you believe I am looking forward to winter, but you would mock what we call winter for sure ☺

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    1. Marie Smith6 March 2018 at 14:49

      I cannot imagine winter as you know it, PDP.

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  7. Rhodesia5 March 2018 at 08:34

    I hope that winter is on its way out, time for warmer days me thinks!! Have a fab week Diane

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  8. William Kendall5 March 2018 at 08:54

    The ice is showing signs of weakness here, including open spots. Though on one of our rivers, crews actually get that started by blasting the ice.

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    1. Marie Smith6 March 2018 at 14:50

      I’ve never heard of blasting here, William.

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  9. Jenn5 March 2018 at 10:28

    Soon enough it looks like! I feel like we have all be in a frozen prison lol!

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  10. Elephant's Child5 March 2018 at 12:43

    Glorious images. On this side of the pond there are signs that summer is releasing her stranglehold.

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  11. Down by the sea5 March 2018 at 12:55

    After having the snow here, I can really appreciate how cold and long your winters are and how you both still manage to get out so much to observe it. Sarah x

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    1. Marie Smith6 March 2018 at 14:53

      I imagine the recent snow had a huge impact in your area, Sarah.

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  12. Bill5 March 2018 at 13:21

    I think you're right, it could be the break we all are looking for. Beautiful photos, Marie!

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  13. Debra She Who Seeks5 March 2018 at 13:45

    If the geese are back, it MUST be Spring!

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  14. Stewart M6 March 2018 at 01:14

    We get large flocks of white parrots here in the autumn - and they are here, which it means it MUST be spring for you soon!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  15. Barb6 March 2018 at 10:59

    Looks like the thaw is upon you! Good Luck for an early spring.

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