Main Street Today

I understand that the city will remove the snow drifts tonight. Hope so.Main STSnow5565wm

Winter Storm Iola

SnowRkptWM5500 We had a beautiful snowfall in the afternoon, then a rainy-icey mess, and finally heavy snow for a short time. The total accumulation was 3 to 4 inches. Needless to say, I did not venture out into my first snowstorm since being released from medical facilities. The upside is that I can’t shovel or drive (yet).

GloucesterCast With Peter and Vickie VanNess and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 4/16/14

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GloucesterCast With Peter and Vickie VanNess and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 4/16/14

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Topics Include: Gloucester MA, April 16 Snow, Peter VanNess, Vickie VanNess, Peter Lovasco Doing a Great Job With Cape Ann Weather, Bitstrips, Kevin Edson, Rice Cooker Hoax, Boston Strong, ACLU, Dog Leash Controversy, Bad Dog Owners,Beach Trash Barrels vs Carry In/Carry Out,  Larcom Theater, UU Meetinghouse, Henri Smith, Jon Butcher Axis, Celebrate Gloucester, Red Tape For Community Events, Castleberry Fairs, Block Party, Jackie Hardy, Tourism, Fun Should Not Be Illegal, Gran Prix of Gloucester, Cyclocross, I4C2, Downtown Parking Is Not Bad if You are Willing To Walk One Block (Which Is Less Walking You’ll Do If You Park In A Mall Parking Lot and Walk Into The Mall), People That Will Drive In Circles 20 Times Unless They Get A Parking Spot On Main St vs Parking On Rogers or Middle St, Stitcher App, Cross Platform, BossJock App, Email Subscription Service Is Broken, Explaining Hyperlinks, Sister Felicia, Shalin Liu, Embedding A Video, Get Her A Muzzle.
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Almost Time To Get Up

Just waiting for the last of the snow to melt, for some a coat of paint, and then summer!!

About Ready
About Ready
About Time
About Time

March Snow

During my time laid up in the hospital, I really appreciate storms. They make the days more exciting , and give me a chance to compose interesting photos. Soon enough, I'll be able to put on my coat and venture out into the weather.
During my time laid up in the hospital, I really appreciate storms. They make my days more exciting, and give me a chance to compose interesting photos. Soon enough, I’ll be able to put on my coat and venture out into the weather.

RoboCop Appears to be Thawing – Will he get free in time?

Caught in a wicked storm RoboCop had frozen solid within the ice. Now he could feel the sun and his energy was recharging. Soon he will break free to wreak  justice on the not so innocent…His prayers have been answered.  Little does he know another storm is already fast approaching which could prolong his confinement!!

Can you see RoboCop?
Can you see RoboCop?

Big Help With a Lost Glove

Remember that glove you lost yesterday? It’s been found! Now you just need to remember where this is… Your welcome.

SAFETY VIDEO: Craig’s Winter Tips – Icicle Removal – Snow paths

In lieu of the impending snow & ice storm approaching, I thought I would make a quick video for youz folks.
Watch and share if ya care. And please, send in your own tips or ideas that you want me to do this winter!

Winter Foliage

After the storm a little of Winter foliage appeared.. Can’t wait for the green stuff!

 

Male Cardinal enjoying the snow at the feeder

Actually there was a female at the other feeder but she did not like the camera.
February 3, 2014 happy Cardinal in the snow

Manchester Snow Day

There is more to Manchester than a beach and the Harbor…

Here We Go Again!

Winter View From Charles Cleaves' Attic, circa 1900. At 5pm, it just started snowing on Main Street, and the plows are out. There is a parking ban on the streets of the City of Gloucester.
Winter View From Charles Cleaves’ Attic in Rockport, circa 1900. At 5pm, it just started snowing on Main Street, and the plows are out. There is a parking ban on the streets of the City of Gloucester.

A Gentle Snow

A Gentle Snow Silence this morning, from gently falling snow. No howling wind or grinding plow blades, Nor threating blasts and snow banks. Outside, I can hear a train in the distance, A good two miles away, and nothing else. I love the silence, and this gentle snow.
A Gentle Snow
Silence this morning, from gently falling snow.
No howling wind or grinding plow blades,
Nor threatening wind blasts and snow banks.
Outside, I can hear a train in the distance,
A good two miles away, and nothing else.
I love the silence, and this gentle snow.

Pigeon Hill, Rockport, 1898

Looking up a snow covered Landmark Lane. Hopefully, we'll get a similar amount, and not a lot more.
Looking up a snow covered Landmark Lane. Hopefully, we’ll get a similar amount, and not a lot more.

Merry Christmas!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heading out of town for a few days but want to wish all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Christmas Tree on the Harbor
Christmas Tree on the Harbor

Beautiful Morning After Snowfall in East Gloucester Square

Beacon marine Basin © Kim Smith 2013Beacon Marine Basin ~ Click photos to view full size

Wednesday morning East Gloucester was especially beautiful although, is anywhere not magically beautiful after a new fallen snow? While photographing around the neighborhood, I nearly ran into Frieda on her way into her shop, Again and Again (with lots of terrific gift items for last minute shoppers). After photographing down by the North Shore Art Association I stopped in to say hello to Frieda and Beth at Again and Again (see yesterday’s post).

Leaving the shop, and while admiring Duckworth’s wreath and lovely holiday decor, I met Ken Duckworth outside his bistro. We had a friendly chat and I was reminded of what a fabulous neighborhood is ours. At that moment I was thinking not of the beauty that surrounds, but of our wonderful neighbors.

Maritime Heritage center ©Kim Smith 2013Maritime Center from Smith’s Cove

Duckworth's ©Kim Smith 2013Duckworth’s in the Snow

Dinner at Duckworth’s Bistrot anytime of the year, but most especially during the holidays, is always a very special treat. Plan to go soon for your Duckworth’s fix because I believe they close for several weeks during. January.

East main Street snow © Kim Smith 2013Snowy Morning East Main Street

Pine cones snow ©Kim Smith 2013 copyGlitter Pine Cones

Duckworth's wreath ©Kim Smith 2013Duckworth’s Wreath

This is the first little batch of photos after Tuesday’s snowfall. I don’t like to post too many full-size photos in the same post because it bumps my fellow contributors too far down the page. I’ll post more from Wednesday morning’s after snowfall tomorrow.