Monday, December 23, 2013

Ice Storm Decor

 Ice on Echinacea  #1

The Greater Toronto Area and the rest of southern Ontario  experienced an ice storm over Saturday into Sunday, which has left much destruction and quite a few people without electricity. But amazingly it also brought some beauty - at least I find it pretty - in my gardens.

 Ice on Echinacea  #2

I can only imagine how sparkly my garden would have been if the sun had come out!

 Ice on Echinacea  #3

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43 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    The storm sounds bad, here we have howling gales and horizontal rain instead! Beautiful photos.

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  2. Billy Blue EyesDecember 23, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    Seen photos of Ice Storms though we get them here on occasion, like in a blue moon. I think we are getting the tail end of the storm tonight

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  3. AndyDecember 23, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    It's just like snow... the good, the bad and the ugly.

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  4. KateDecember 23, 2013 at 6:46 AM

    So destructive yet so beautiful!

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  5. MadSnapperDecember 23, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    they are gorgeous, they look like glass sculptures.. the first one looks like an ice hand clasping the bud...

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  6. JudyDecember 23, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    Gorgeous!!! My favourite is the middle one! I am hoping to get out with my camera today, and see what I can capture...

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  7. William KendallDecember 23, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    We got sideswiped by it and got mostly snow.

    These are lovely images. It is one of those contradictions that something that causes destruction can also be beautiful.

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  8. Coloring Outside the LinesDecember 23, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    Very pretty- I hope you did not lose power!

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  9. Judy December 23, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    No matter the season I love Echinacea and yours with the ice are beautiful.

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  10. Elisa N ViajesDecember 23, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Merry Christmas my dear friend:)
    Elisa, in Argentina

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  11. Penelope NotesDecember 23, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    The ice would definitely turn to sparkling diamonds if the sun came out. I have been hearing about the storm on the news so glad to know you still found ways to enjoy your garden. Wishing you and yours a very warm and cozy Christmas!

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  12. The Furry GnomeDecember 23, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    Beautiful pix.

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  13. Magia da InêsDecember 23, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    Surpreendente, como uma escultura.

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    Muita paz e muita luz em nossas vidas, no Natal e sempre!!!

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  14. Yogi♪♪♪December 23, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Our ice was strange. The temperature stayed right around freezing so the roads were clear but the trees and yards were coated. Many people lost power but driving was no problem.

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  15. John @ Beans and I on the LooseDecember 23, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    Those are wonderful Its too bad one has to have such terrible conditions to create such beauty.

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  16. TexWisGirlDecember 23, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    gorgeous! but i do feel for those without power and those who must drive on those roads.

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  17. Linda W.December 23, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Cool photos! Even though ice storms can be an inconvenience, they sure do produce some amazing ice sculptures.

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  18. StephanieDecember 23, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    Wow, looks like an art form.

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  19. Suburban GirlDecember 23, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    It sure makes for a wonderful world out there, but I hate bundling up to photograph it.

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  20. Joke van de KliftDecember 23, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Wat een schitterende foto's!!!

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  21. Gail DixonDecember 23, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    The ice is so artful here, especially #2! Love these, but be careful out there.

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  22. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Wow - gorgeous ice flowers!

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  23. Small City ScenesDecember 23, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    My word that is a lot of ice. Don't like ice storms even though some thing can be pretty.
    Love your Jack Frost mosaic.
    MB

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  24. JeanneDecember 23, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    Great shots, and looks like so much ice that the plant should have collapsed. HOpe that you have a wonderful Christmas! Blessings from texas!

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  25. RedPatDecember 23, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    It was too scary here to spend any time taking pics of the ice here. I walked carefully to the grocery store and then came back and stayed in all day!

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  26. BirdmanDecember 23, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Now, this is beauty caused by evil treacherous ice.

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  27. PoppyDecember 23, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    Have been keeping a close watch on your Ice Storm, as my daughter is staying with my sister and her family in Unionville, and they've had no power since Sunday morning! They slept with their coats on and several layers, I'm sure. Sounds scary and COLD!!

    That being said, your images in your last two posts are beautiful; could be straight out of a fairytale featuring snow princesses and lots of suspense!

    Merry Christmas, to you! Stay warm!

    Poppy

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  28. Rune EideDecember 23, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    It's obviously White Christmas time - enjoy it!
    Merry Christmas!

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  29. cieldequimperDecember 23, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Nice big dollops!

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  30. DaveDecember 23, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    Ice storms make for great photos, but not much else. When I lived in Portland Oregon we would get a couple every winter, I do not miss them at all. Have a good holiday.

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  31. Ruth HiebertDecember 23, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    Oh wow! These are amazing beauties.

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  32. Jenn JilksDecember 23, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    A horrible storm, and I have been having waaaaay too much fun taking photos! We have power.

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  33. Maude LynnDecember 23, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    These are really cool!

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  34. RandyDecember 23, 2013 at 8:11 PM

    Mother Nature is an amazing artist.

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  35. genieDecember 23, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    What a amazing captures. The ice is beautiful. These shots are true photographic art to me. Kudos to you. Merry Christmas.

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  36. Manav SinghiDecember 24, 2013 at 3:00 AM

    Very Nice Beautiful and Merry Christmas. . . :)

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  37. Forest Dream WeaverDecember 24, 2013 at 5:21 AM

    Fabulous!

    Wishing you a happy Festive Season.
    Ruby

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  38. IndraniDecember 24, 2013 at 6:31 AM

    Wow! These are fantastic!

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  39. DarlaDecember 24, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    The ice is indeed beautiful. Hope the storms are finished though.

    Darla

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  40. UnknownDecember 24, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    I love that you have captured it close up. It looks like beautiful crystals. Please stay safe.. Merry Christmas !!

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  41. maryaustriaDecember 26, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    Fantastic shots!

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  42. AnonymousDecember 30, 2013 at 6:45 PM

    Ice is so dangerous, but you've really managed to find some beauty amidst the destruction. Very pretty!

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  43. RoseJanuary 6, 2014 at 7:56 AM

    Love these!

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