There’s nothing quite like the moment the first winter storm arrives on the high desert plains of Northwestern Nevada. One minute, Winterpast was basking in a golden November glow; the next, dramatic clouds gathered like they meant business. The desert paused, waiting for the season to shift, and suddenly the unmistakable whisper of winter settled in.
This morning, as the dark skies cover Winterpast, the crisp bite in the air is exhilarating. Yesterday, the sky turned a moody gray as the sagebrush awaited the first snowflakes of the season. Nothing says “It’s here!” like a good old-fashioned winter storm rolling across the high plains. Sadly, this winter storm is a warm one, so we may need to wait a little longer.
Our single white mustang mare has been hanging close to civilization these days. It’s as if she knows she’ll fare better in our neighborhood. Since 2020, she’s been a guardian, many nights bedding down outside my bedroom window.
With colder weather, HHH and I plan to enjoy a cozy weekend at home. While the storm blows through, we’ll nest indoors with our scrapbooking table set up for two. Over the past three years, we’ve gathered pictures that’ve captured road trips, gardening projects, hikes, laughter, Yellowstone skies, and the sweet, ordinary days that turned into extraordinary memories.
Printing our photos, each one is a tiny reminder of how blessed we’ve been these past few years. Page by page, we’ll stitch together the story of our adventures, our love, and the joy we’ve found in this wonderful chapter of life.
Once this storm passes, we’ll be heading off to enjoy some peaceful days at that beautiful spa retreat to the west. With a little pampering, we’ll rest while breathing deeply before the holiday whirlwind arrives. Lavender lotions, warm robes, and waterfalls call us. Embracing the stillness it brings, we’ll enjoy a fresh beginning to the new season.
I’ll return on November 20th, refreshed and renewed with a few more lovely memories ready to be tucked into future scrapbook pages.
Stay warm. Stay cozy. And enjoy the magic that winter’s first whisper brings. ❄️
