Walked our running route.
Category: Winter
Arrival of Winter
Winter arrived overnight. It’s a good day to cocoon.
Snowbird Planning
Spent much of the afternoon planning to be snowbirds for two months this winter. Unlike many Minnesota snowbirds (who head south in the winter) we don’t own a vacation condo or recreational vehicle. We prefer to rent.
A Day to Stay In
It was 6°F (-14°C) outside when I woke up. Looked out at ice accumulating on the Mississippi and decided I’m not going anywhere this morning. The “rock” sticking out of the ice is a slowly crumbling pier for the old 10th Avenue Bridge. The bridge was torn down for scrap in 1943.
Return of Winter
Winter returned as I walked home.
Brief Respite From Winter
Took my bicycle out for a spin before winter returns later this week.
Snowdrifts
Walked in heavy snow to my Wednesday gig. Snowdrifts were surprisingly deep under this overpass.
Someone Else Did the Driving
As usual, let someone else do the driving.
No Snow, Frigid Weather
As the temperature soared (slightly) above zero (Fahrenheit), emerged to buy supplies for dinner. Walked past the mound with spiral path at Gold Medal Park, which was devoid of snow.
Covered Bridge
The University of Minnesota’s covered walkway across the Mississippi provided a welcome respite from rain and slush. Later, I was glad to warm up on one of the light rail trains that run on the lower deck of this bridge.