I’m getting tired of being snowed upon and I’m definitely not looking forward to the “significant snowfall” predicted for here tomorrow.
However, I have to admit that Maine put on one of her most magical winter performances here yesterday when the snow stopped falling, the sun appeared big and strong in a bold blue sky and lit up the crystalized landscapes – all in cold, clear air that seemed drinkable.
Above, you see our North Field yesterday, with her snowy slopes sliding down to Great Cove. Below,, you’ll see the mouth of Patten Stream at ebb tide yesterday, as its flowing fresh waters hold off the sea ice from totally closing-in Patten Bay:
(Images taken in Brooklin and Surry, Maine, on February 21, 2026.)