snowy sunday

by Sharon Santoni
Images of fresh snow, excited dogs, worried daffodils, snow arrived in the night and is promised to continue falling until Tuesday.  As usual, Normandy is hopelessly under equipped to deal with even a few inches of snow, so my children are delighted at the prospect of a day off school, huddled down at home,  keeping the fire going.
Friends over for lunch today, cakes in the oven already, guinea fowl on the menu, the first day of being snowed in is always fun!
Hope you are enjoying a good weekend, à demain
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50 comments

Mouse February 5, 2012 - 11:36 am

well, I adore snow so I am always happy when I wake to the white stuff!

Bon dimanche d'ici à travers la Manche!

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molly's home February 5, 2012 - 11:40 am

Lovely pictures!

Have a nice sunday,
Annemarie

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Tina February 5, 2012 - 11:48 am

Lovely pictures! Isn't amazing how our animals who are not too familiar with snow react on the first snow each winter. No snow over here so far but temps down to 12°C in the morning – my old heeler loves it!
Tina in south western Germany

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Linda Carswell February 5, 2012 - 12:13 pm

How wonderful….I adore the photo of your house….pure magic!!!

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Teacup-In-The-Garden February 5, 2012 - 12:29 pm

I love this post! Wonderful pictures!
Markus

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Lost in Provence February 5, 2012 - 12:36 pm

Such beautiful photos as always! How lovely to see Gibson. His sweet face is priceless.

We are off to lunch–invited for a pot au feu!

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labergerebasque February 5, 2012 - 12:55 pm

IN LOVE with the puppy photos…un vrai artiste!

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the designers muse February 5, 2012 - 12:58 pm

just beautiful! Our golden retriever loves the snow too. They are such a happy dogs in the snow. I can't tell if your horse is so happy, but he's lovely to look at.

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Elizabeth Eiffel February 5, 2012 - 12:58 pm

From 33 deg C, the snow looks so inviting and your house – enchanting. Warm regards.

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Anonymous February 5, 2012 - 1:07 pm

Sooo truly beautiful. Makes me dream of going to France someday!!!

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Suffia February 5, 2012 - 1:40 pm

It's so beautiful. Photos are amazing. I always enjoy my visit here. Wish you a wonderful weekend.

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Home fourteen February 5, 2012 - 1:54 pm

Ik ben een nieuwe volger, prachtige foto's. Als je het leuk vind, kijk op mijn blog!! Gr. Jacqueline

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Jenny Schouten Short February 5, 2012 - 2:00 pm

Beautiflu photos and great animal shots. I miss the snow this year. We're unseasonably warm in Texas but our Holland home is under a blanket of snow right now. Brrrr! xo Jenny

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Linda in AZ * February 5, 2012 - 3:48 pm

*** Am soooo glad you shared your PHOTOS~~~ they're WONDERFUL!!!

I L*O*V*E SNOW annnnnd DOGS n' HORSES (& all OTHER animals!), so this is a lovely way to "WAKE-UP" this beauuutiful Sunday morning!!!

Ohhhh, how I miss the SNOW~~~ you are SOOOO lucky to have it where you live! Enjoy a relaxing, warm day by the fire & at your table!

Blessings,
Linda in AZ *
bellesmom1234@comcast.net

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Barbara P. February 5, 2012 - 3:48 pm

I too adore SNOW! Most especially the dry, sparkly glistening snow they get up in the northern climbs such as northern Maine, Sweden,Switzerland!! May you have a wonderful, warm and cozy afternoon and evening!! Warmth and Happiness!! Barbara

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Suzy February 5, 2012 - 4:27 pm

I love a fresh blanket of snow! So peaceful and beautiful!
Thanks for sharing these pictures!
Suzy

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kathy peck February 5, 2012 - 4:32 pm

What a gorgeous photo. Sharon, a question.
I'm always reading that French women stay slim, by not eating desserts, etc. Yet, on all of the "French" blogs I read, everyone is always making desserts?
So, am very curious as to what really happens when the cake comes to the table?

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Tish Jett February 5, 2012 - 4:35 pm

Isn't it wonderful!!!!!?????!!!!

Gibson has gotten so big. I guess it's inevitable.

Macha and Charlotte were absolutely thrilled. First reaction on the doorstep was , "No, it's not true." Second reaction, "Let's goooooo."

xoxo,
Tish

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Jennifer @ Town and Country Living February 5, 2012 - 4:35 pm

Beautiful photos! Makes me wish I was there.

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Heidi February 5, 2012 - 4:56 pm

Well, I adore reading inspiring blogs about everyday family life…..You should know that your's is among my very favorite to visit!…Love the snow!….:)Your friend, Heidi

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Kristen February 5, 2012 - 5:43 pm

I love your beautiful pictures. Sounds like such a peaceful day. But that dog, he is gorgeous.

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Karena February 5, 2012 - 5:54 pm

Wonderful wintry images and I love seeing your furry friends enjoying the snow!

xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena

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CÉLINE CHOLLET February 5, 2012 - 6:56 pm

Bonjour Sharon,
Encore de la neige en Normandie ! Ici c'est le soleil et le gel ! Petite balade d'une heure au pas à cheval. Vos chevaux ont de belles toison ! Dorment-ils dehors ?
Céline.

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Chicatanyage February 5, 2012 - 7:11 pm

Snow has even reached the uk. We are in a winter wonderland here too.

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Kim @ Savvy Southern Style February 5, 2012 - 7:15 pm

What wonderful pictures. Love the shot of the Westie with the big dog. Cute.

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Alpha Blonde February 5, 2012 - 7:22 pm

Is there anything better than pictures of animals covered in snow??

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Pamela Terry and Edward February 5, 2012 - 7:25 pm

The most sublime photographs ever!!
Send some of that beautiful snow my way please!!

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Grammy Goodwill February 5, 2012 - 7:52 pm

Great pictures of the snowy animals. I have yet to see any snow this winter, so I'm envious of yours. (I like your line about the worried daffodils.)

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Elna February 5, 2012 - 8:16 pm

Beautiful pictures!

Regards from Sweden

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lyon de clarasvals February 5, 2012 - 8:29 pm

Beautiful photos, and such adorable dogs. Thank you for your wonderful blog.

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Lu February 5, 2012 - 9:04 pm

Well here in canada we have no snow and it is spring like in temperature. Grass is green and we have had hardly any snow at all. I am not complaining but the weather sure is weird.

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Lorrie February 5, 2012 - 9:14 pm

I like the way you said that it's fun being snowed in on the "first" day. It can get old quickly. But there is something magical about snow falling.

Here we are in Canada with temps around 10 degrees. Crazy weather. Our youngest daughter is in Rome with 6 inches of snow.

Stay cozy.

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High Heeled Life February 5, 2012 - 9:38 pm

Gorgeous post!! Loved the photos of your adorable furbabies!!! Enjoy your snowed in day..xo HHL

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Delaine February 5, 2012 - 9:45 pm

Love the snow pictures and your adorable pets…

Enjoy your snowy day!

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andy February 5, 2012 - 10:02 pm

Great pics. I wish we would get some snow but the way its looking were not. We have had a unusual mild winter this year .

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Francesca Muir February 5, 2012 - 10:31 pm

LOVE these photos – must be magical – coming from Australia, it's something I've never experienced – on my bucket list! Thank you and keep posting snow!
Warm wishes from Sydney Fx

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Nancy's Notes February 5, 2012 - 11:10 pm

What a winter wonderland! Each photograph is a truly a postcard! Stay warm!

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Sarah February 6, 2012 - 12:22 am

No snow here, but it is cold. I'm snuggled in by a cozy fire. Wonderful snowy shots. Stay warm ~ sarah

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Millie February 6, 2012 - 12:41 am

As my darling Mum would say 'Picture Perfect Postcard' images Sharon. It's Summer here but you wouldn't know it. Had to fire up the electric blanket for a few minutes last night to take the icicles off the sheets. I'm desperate for our traditional week of 7 + days over 110F to round the Season off sensibly! Enjoy your day of being tucked up at home.
Millie xx

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Heaven's Walk February 6, 2012 - 1:41 am

What beautiful photos, Sharon! I heard on the news that you were getting alot of snow this winter along with lots of cold temps. Here in Michigan, we've had the mildest, sunniest winter since 1928! Go figure, huh….??? lol! Hope you enjoyed a warm, snuggly day inside!

xoxo laurie

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Daffodil Hill February 6, 2012 - 1:55 am

Your photos are just gorgeous! I am now a follower. Hope you'll visit my blog if you get a chance! I'm envious of your snow day.

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Karen February 6, 2012 - 4:04 am

Absolutely beautiful. I wish we got a little snow now and then.
Karen

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Char February 6, 2012 - 10:10 am

I love you photo of your home in it's first winter snow. It is gorgeous and would love to have a a tour inside. Bet it's amazing, how about it?….. <3 <3 <3 Char

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heather @ new house, new home, new life February 6, 2012 - 2:28 pm

It sounds like you had a perfect Sunday – fresh snow, children home, guests arriving for a yummy lunch. Enjoy!

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Tracy F. February 6, 2012 - 3:12 pm

Love the pictures of the dog with snow on his/her nose, and the pictures of the 2 dogs snuggled up—adorable!

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Nancy February 6, 2012 - 4:03 pm

Beautiful pictures! I relate to you so well, with my Horse love and Golden Retriever love and your beautiful home. Have a lovely day.
Nancy
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Tim February 6, 2012 - 5:25 pm

love the photos but what happened to ghetto?

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Lavender Eagle Feather February 7, 2012 - 3:27 pm

Such pretty fur babies!

Blessings,
Lavender

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Jean Jacques Mutz February 8, 2012 - 10:09 am

Immortaliser un passage dans une saison c'est mettre en valeur la joie que reflette l'amour pour la beauté de l'hiver et de la vie. JJM

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Karyn February 8, 2012 - 12:03 pm

Sharon I adore these pictures.Stunning shots of the dogs & horses. They made a smile on my face. I must take the children on a vacation to the snow , living in a sunny state it would be a lovely change. How wonderful that your landscape can totally change throughout the year. Thankyou for bringing the other side of the world a little closer on a daily basis.
Karyn

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