As ambient temperatures decrease, the chance of snow in the New England higher elevations is expected. Seeing white on the peaks in the fall is normal. The words snow and November are not unknown to appear together.
Earth is being Earth, systems moving along as usual. What about our usual? As part of Earth’s biosphere, our weather/emotions can’t be predicted in the way that climate changes are. We, however, can prepare, manage the adjustments each season requires of us.
Out in the wild we seek shelter. We dust off the thermostat, get out winter clothing, shovels, scrapers, lock deicer, windshield cover, hot chocolate, broth, brandy, snow tires, emergency storm kits for vehicle and home, reading list, fun projects for indoors and more.
More can include organizing a soup and casserole recipe book. In winter, foods that comfort as well as battle the cold are a worthy focus.
I feel drawn to soup and stew recipes this time of year. Your soup looks yummy!
ReplyDeleteMarie,
DeleteYour beef stew picnic from a few years ago is one of my favorite blog photographs in memory. Meals outdoors during your walks are a real treat to see.
May
The Resident Chef is making noises about soup making but he's trying to clear out freezer space first. There's dire predictions on the weather channel about us being in for a 'significant snowfall' tomorrow. Hopefully they're wrong!!
ReplyDeleteMaryanne,
DeletePrayers. A heart felt no to significant snow forecasts.
I think snow will be sliding into this area in a few days.
May
i cannot wait for our first snow....we have had many nights at or below freezing, it warms up during the day. i would love to see your recipe book when it is done. i use recipe cards and pinterest these days. that soup looks really good!! we love soup!!
ReplyDeleteDebbie,
DeleteSquash soup will be the first entry. Posting as I add recipes, it will be a fun project.
Stay Warm!
May