It was a tricky jab, as always. Poor JB and his quarterly PSA tests. All went well, and the test was good, same as last thing. He took in two hand warmers, and they seemed to help. I'm glad he had the test Wednesday, since we had a major snow storm. 🌨 The results came in online, and all is good.
My job is clear. Clearing up! The question, as always, is when to start. I try aim for near the end of the storm!
The snow ploughs were out in southern Ontario. Our main highways are always pretty good, once they get going.
There was a bit of shovelling to do. The bird feeders are quite snow covered.
The last storm vs. this storm.
I eased myself into the day. It was going to be a big job. Cinnamon, however, was full of beans. A bird or squirrel came by him as he sat in the window, and he broke off my massive orchid stem. He didn't mean to. Fight or flight, and fight won. There is another bud stem coming along. Thankfully.
He was still up to having some fun. They like the catapillar. Cinnamon and Nutmeg.
cat play from Jennifer Jilks on Vimeo.
Shovelling out, first job: the sidewalk. There was 26 cm, some of it windblown.
Nice, crisp edges! Average depth = 22.86 cm.
The plows go by and leave a bit of snow! I got it, though.
Ta da! A shower was called for.
I looked like this, again! The wind was wicked.
Today, I plan on doing the back deck! I meant to get the snow off the water fountain, but I was too tired!
...this year the snow isn't falling on us. Take care and stay warm and well.
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDelete... good work, that woman! YAM xx
Watching those two spar is a treat.
ReplyDeleteWow.
ReplyDeleteLOVE seeing the cats play together!
tthe storms have been coming regularly. Maybe we’ll get a bit of a break for awhile.
ReplyDeleteYes lots of snow
ReplyDeleteGlad that JB's results were good.
ReplyDeleteThe spray of orchids will last well as a cut flower too.
That is a LOT of snow.
Glad to hear about JB. Your cats and outdoor wonders are always enjoyable. But what is that little robot sweeping away snow?! Is that some sort of remote control helper? You've gotten. Inquiring minds want to know! Aloha from Honolulu dear
ReplyDeleteYou work so hard clearing snow.
ReplyDeleteI have put orchid stems in water and they last a long time.
Happy Kitty Kitties - So Dig That Glowing Hump Of Snow - Way Cool
ReplyDeleteHappy Friday,
Cheers
Oh my Jenn, that must be backbreaking work!!! Great photos though and loved the kitty video. Someone wanted that top spot :)
ReplyDeletep.s. good news about JB's tests. Pushed the publish button before I could say that. Fingers are faster than my brain at times :)
ReplyDeleteYes indeed, you deserved a warm shower. Kitties are sweet. Happy that the test is good for JB. What a winter wonderland you live in!
ReplyDeleteMy snowblowing days are over, sadly. Used to love doing it.
ReplyDelete26 cm of snow. That's a lot for a young girl to shovel.
ReplyDeleteOUCH on the orchid! I know what it takes to make them bloom. I'm glad you have another one coming. You really have a green thumb.
ReplyDeleteIt would be tempting to stay indoors with the cats and wait for a big snow melt. :)
ReplyDeleteBrrr! So much snow!
ReplyDeleteKeep as warm as you can and keep safe.
I did enjoy watching Cinnamon and Nutmeg on the Catapillar :)
All the best Jan
Good news about JB's tests. I'm sure that relieved a bit of stress on your part.
ReplyDeleteGoodness you cleared a LOT of snow. Seems you SHOULD be tired after all you did.
It's good to hear the test results were good news.
ReplyDeleteI can't even imagine so much snow, much less so much snow as an expected part of winter. Wow!