Al and Peggy,

Thank you.  Compared to Montreal, we may have a few more days of snow but we don't seem to get lots of snow accumulation on any one day (plus we are not equipped with as many snow removal equipment).   The temperatures are a little warmer in the winter months in Red Lodge compared to Montreal (plus no extended periods of cold snap as I was used to in la Belle Province).   We also don't need air conditioning in summer as the temperature rarely goes above 90F (or 32C).  I can understand the need to visit the beaches especially in the winter time and I have found memories of my visits to Florida.  However, I think I have had more photo opportunities (especially when it comes to Mother natures creations) here in Montana than I have had in any of the other places I have lived or visited.  I hope you enjoyed you latest visit South.  I have to come by and visit your blog to check out the Fall colors that you were able to capture on your most recent trip.   

Kenneth,

Thank you.  Beauty is everywhere.  I have had a difficult time keeping up with posting as much photos that I would like given all the photo opportunities I run across especially during my visits to Yellowstone National Park.  I will admit I liked the changing of the colors in the Fall much more back East.  We did not get to experience them as long as I would have liked it here.

Liz,

Thank you for the comment and for forwarding a link to my blog to your father.   Funny weather for sure! 

Debi,

Thank you.  I believe the weather is getting stranger and less predictable every year for many locations around the world.  Sorry to read that there has been so many accidents in COlorado Springs due to the icy weather conditions.   I am also amazed on how quickly we went from 70's to 20's and now back up to the high 60's here in a period of 3 weeks. 

Robert,

Thanks.  If we can combine the different temperatures around the country, I am sure everyone would be comfortable with the average temperature.   We can only wish it was that easy!

Debra,

Thank you.  The moose was out here right after one of the first snow falls.  He did not stick around too long for me to find out whether he likes the Fall weather or the cooler weather with the snow.   Enjoy the warmer Alaskan weather for this time of year!

Marc,

I also wish that the snow stays away for a long time in Toronto.  Thank you for checking out the sunrise photo.

Cynthia,

No Sci-fi promo.  I did not see any space ship to capture with the nice sky colors and if I did, I don't remember it.  I never take the beauty of the morning sky at sunrise for granted but the one on this morning deserved to be photographed and shared.  It was a pleasure sharing it with you and the online community.  

Jim,

You are welcome.  Thank you for the nice comments.

Steve,

Thank you.  I am glad you liked the color combination.  :) 

Anna,

Thank you.   No "Brrrrr" yet.   This weekend's tempoerature is in the 60's.  I am looking for forward to the start of the ski season.   It is good to have snow (to play and to admire) but without the cold.    

Michael,

Thank you for visiting this post.  It is a joy to share my hobby for digital photography with the online community.  Your positive feedback is appreciated and motivates me to post some more beautiful photos in the near future.   I am glad you love the moose.  Stay tuned for more.  :)