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1/5/2015

 
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Don’t ask me nothing about nothing, I might just tell you the truth. Bob Dylan
Morning y'all,

It's a stunning day up top. The clear, colour soaked skies and fresh snow are absolutely spectacular. The high yesterday reached 47 balmy degrees, then got down to 9 degrees overnight. It was a dramatic drop in just a few hours. It was 9 degrees and clear at 7am observation. The mountain received a 1/2" of new snow. The trails are sure to be rather icy with all the water from yesterday's near 2 inches of rain, so be prepared for some slick stuff underneath this gorgeous snow. Enjoy the day!

The mountain decided to treat me to some surprise snow and the results are fantastic. It is only about a half inch, but the rime coating everything is enough to change the character of all my favorite trees around camp. Snow is Nature's renewal. All is fresh and light and filled with promise. It is always amazing how much this change of scene; this frozen renewal, inspires me. I didn't realize just how much winter envy I had until my friend texted me a photo of their view in Colorado... and just that night, I find flurries flying as I head to bed. If you don't think the universe has a sense of humour, you're not paying attention.
norman
1/5/2015 02:12:59 am

What are you looking for? Absolute truth? Havve a great day on that great Mountain!!

Kent
1/5/2015 03:16:24 am

Whatya trying to do, Norman? Kick off a fierce philosophical debate? ; )

elktonbrant
1/5/2015 04:50:56 am

Please no philosophical debates on the first day back to work this year :).... besides, I discovered absolute truth over the holidays: chocolate and wine...

Tom in ky
1/5/2015 03:15:07 am

Looks like some nasty temps are headed to the mountain, everyone stay safe and keep an eye on temps that may fall well below zero

Diane
1/5/2015 04:11:11 am

I am such a fan of your writing and photography, JP. I rarely comment, but if you count comments, just put me down for a thumbs up every day - however many there are plus Diane.

Elisabeth
1/5/2015 06:10:15 am

LOVE this post, as I too have been looking at photos of Colorado (frozen Hanging Lake falls....I cant wait until our freeze!). I am anxiously awaiting my winter snow hikes here in TN. Seems like I always have to work on snow days! Hopefully soon I will get to enjoy what you so wonderfully speak of. Thank you for your great blog!

Darryl
1/5/2015 06:26:10 am

Thus site has become pure nonsense !

Kent
1/5/2015 06:54:34 am

I highly recommend staying away from this site if the content displeases you. No need to thank me, it is my pleasure to dispense helpful advice. : )

Darryl
1/5/2015 07:49:25 am

Sure, and you seem to have appointed yourself the Grand Poobah and Judge on here ! Your arrogance clouds your vision.

tomk in SC
1/5/2015 09:25:23 am

Kent. Responding an any way to the offbase, negatives, etc NEVER WORKS. Just let it go or it gets worse. Your ONE response has added 5 remarks, 6 counting mine, that takes us away from the quiet beauty that is Mount LeConte.

Kent
1/5/2015 09:36:05 am

You are right, of course, tomk. I'm usually one to advise against responding to trolls, too. Just having an off-day, I guess.

Jarrett link
1/5/2015 07:47:51 am

That is some cold weather. Keep warm up there on the mountain. Great picture of the tree with a dash of snow.

Denise
1/5/2015 03:55:24 pm

After summitting this fall I love this site! The winter caretaker takes great pictures and descriptions of the mountain make me Long to go back.


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