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Ice feathers, 2

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On Sunday morning, March 1, the city was covered with spiky bits of frost that was whiter than the snow. It was otherworldly, really. So much that this looks like it could be branches of coral, waving in warm, tropical waters. Or maybe I’m just dreaming…

Lubbock, Texas
photographed 3.1.2015

Ice feathers, 1

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These feathery pieces of ice were dotting the frozen surface of a lake, and had lined themselves up on a tree root, too.

Lubbock, Texas
photographed 2.28.2015

May be why the willow weeps

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Ice-crusted branches on the willow tree on day two of my winter series.

I liked the reminder that the branches were once pliable enough to be knotted like this, but the knot itself seemed cruel.

Lubbock, Texas
photographed 2.28.2015

Spring arrives, a drop at a time

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First of all: I realize that what I consider a “lot of snow” is a laughably small amount for people who live where it actually DOES snow.

Second: I don’t like to be cold.

So, this four-part series that kicks off today is out of the ordinary. It means that it snowed enough here to be noticeable. And that, when it did, I went outside and made some photos.

I am starting with the one that offers the most hope of spring. I may not be the only one who needs the reminder that the seasons will unfold as they are supposed to.

Lubbock, Texas
photographed 2.28.2015