Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Winter in Waiting





Ok.  So I have been promised a harsh winter and snow by pretty much everyone here.  But after seeing the pictures of the winter wonderland in Seattle this weekend, I have to admit, I am deeply disappointed.  

This is the closest to winter we have gotten here.  It was cold as I have ever felt last Saturday, with windchill down to 15 degrees.  And there was a little bit of snow this morning, which quickly vanished.  

However, it was fun to see my buddies from Jordan, who operate a market on my block, marvel and take pictures of the snow as it fell as there is a lack of such flurry in the harsh deserts of the middle east.  

So after some winter teasing, and with my trip back to Seattle in just a few days, winter in NY will have to be one in waiting.  Perhaps January will be more fitting.  I do hesitate briefly, remembering the old saying, be careful what you wish for. 

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