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Thankful Thursdays...For the Changing Seasons

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Thankful Thursdays...For the Changing Seasons

 

For the last 30 or so years, Larry and I have lived in South Florida. Rarely did it get cold enough for a coat and the only leaves falling were large palm fronds. 

 

So many of the people I met missed the change in seasons when they lived or springvisited Delray Beach. Oh once in a while during the Christmas season when I watched a holiday movie or saw the news showing Christmas shoppers in the snow, I thought it would be nice to have a bit of a change. 

 

Now that we’re back in Houston where there is somewhat of a change in seasons I have actually learned to appreciate it. This past spring it was fun seeing pops of color as trees came alive with leaves and small flowers showed up on bushes. 

 

And now that we are morphing from Fall to Winter and the leaves have fallen I get to see...high in the trees....the nests of squirrels. Under large oak trees, the ground is littered with acorns. 

 

Just a few weeks ago on our morning walk, the sun was shining through the trees and we walked through a beautiful arch of reds and oranges. 

 

cypress fall

 

While I do miss the tropical temps of Delray Beach, I am grateful for the beauty that comes with the changing seasons. 



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Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

I sure do appreciate you sharing the beautiful weather with us. It was downright cold in our foothills today. I hope you had a great day.

Dec 12, 2019 09:43 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Kathy,

It is has been cold here in the mornings 45 and it gets up to 65 or less lately.  That is our winter, and I have no complaints.  A

Dec 12, 2019 10:10 AM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

I love Spring and Fall. Not a fan of hot humid summers or cold winter so spending winters in Arizona is perfect. It can still get chilly but no snow at least not in  area that I am staying. Did get hail though about a week ago. 

 

Dec 12, 2019 10:55 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Kathy Streib - I am 100% with you.  I love having defined seasons and I am glad there is little to no humidity which helps keep the winter and summer months milder in "feels like" temps.

Dec 12, 2019 11:03 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Our temps here in Sacramento have significantly dipped the last several days.  We were experiencing mid 70s up until about two weeks ago.  But, rains have finally arrived, and daytime temps are in the mid 50s.

Dec 12, 2019 12:19 PM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

I love defined seasons too. We have them here too. In fact, I keep hoping for some snow. Weird, aren't I?  Lol. 

Dec 12, 2019 03:25 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Kathy,
One of the reasons I moved to Wenatchee was for the four seasons. The older I get the less I like the cold temperatures but I do still love the beauty of the snow.  I've found a happy medium. I like to stay home through the holidays then escape to warmer climates for a few weeks.   Merry Christmas!

Dec 12, 2019 04:11 PM
Krystin Mitchell, CPA CFE
KLSM CPA Firm, PLLC - Houston, TX
Strategic Accounting & Tax Solutions

Kathy,

Thank you for reminding us to give thanks in all things, even this Texas sun and winter.

Dec 12, 2019 06:08 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Wayne Martin I really can't complain because our weather is a lot like Orlando's. 

Michael Jacobs Larry and I are getting used to cooler weather but clearly you couldn't call it cold. 

Dec 12, 2019 06:14 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Donald Urschalitz I really do miss Atlantic Avenue and the beach. 

Barbara Todaro rarely as in almost never. Before we moved to Northern VA in 2004, I could count on one hand the number of times I'd seen snow and usually not enough to build a snowman. 

Dec 12, 2019 06:16 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Raymond Henson Enjoy Hawaii!!!!  I may be singing a different tune when February rolls around. 

Sheila Anderson I remember when we lived in Leesburg, VA, if you blinked you missed summer!

Dec 12, 2019 06:19 PM
Ray Henson

Kathy Streib, Thank you!!!

Dec 12, 2019 07:54 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Brian England as much as you enjoy hiking, I'd bet that you love paths. 

Grant Schneider hurricane season really isn't that bad. August is probably the hottest month. 

Nina Hollander Here in Houston, January and February can be gray, windy and cold. 

Dec 12, 2019 06:21 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Kat Palmiotti you've got my vote!!!!  The snowbirds have the right idea. 

Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR this up and down in temps can be hard. I think we had a 30 degree drop the other day. And yes, it is so much fun to be able to see the "art" of mother nature. 

Dec 12, 2019 06:26 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

George Souto I think you're right. For example, I have friends who plan fall trips to your area just to see the leaves change. 

Beth Atalay Thank you!  Larry does love being able to use the fireplace!!!

Dec 12, 2019 06:30 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

HI Will Hamm it felt like that when we lived in Northern VA. 

Dec 12, 2019 06:39 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Kathy.

If you want to experience some cold, mixed with a hint of sleet and snow, come to NW Arkansas tomorrow.  Won't be much but that is what we are in for,

Dec 13, 2019 01:30 AM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

It’s been interesting that way. We’ll see where the trend goes. Love and light!

Dec 13, 2019 10:36 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

James, Sometimes all we need is a hint of snow without much else to bring out a little more Christmas spirit. James Dray

Dec 14, 2019 04:27 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Absolutely gorgeous shots, Kathy and like you, I love living in an area where we enjoy 4 seasons. As much as I love spring and summer months, the fall is so beautiful and winter brings the occasional snow too!

Dec 15, 2019 09:01 PM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

You know how much I hate the cold, but I cannot imagine giving up the seasons. Taking a break from winter for a couple of months would be nice, but I love the spring and fall!

Dec 16, 2019 01:07 PM
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