We've been here in Le Bic, Quebec Province, for three weeks now. Most are surprised to hear we've gone north, to Canada, for an extended visit in the middle of winter. Especially, when the polar vortex is making an appearance. After spending parts of several summers here, and enjoying it immensely, we wanted to experience other seasons, including winter. In our travels, I often ask, what is your favorite season. Here in Quebec, some answer winter! How could that be? Isn't it really really cold? Of course! For many winter enthusiasts, a love of outdoor activities/sports including ice hockey, ice skating, skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, etc. trumps the cold. A professional painter, in a nearby village, told me he liked winter best because there weren't any biting insects. Having experienced the black flies of summer, I can appreciate that sentiment. Some marvel at the light in winter. At this high northern latitude, the light in winter is special, so much so I think I'd come to Canada for that reason alone. As an amateur photographer, who's only current camera is an iPhone, I can't resist taking photos every day this winter season, especially in the early morning, or late afternoon, when the sun is low in the sky. Here are some of today's photos.
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| Sunset view from our back yard |
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A slightly different view of the setting sun
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| We're lucky to have a west-facing window for viewing the sunset |
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| Our yard at dusk alongside the empty railroad tracks |
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| Heading west towards Montreal, the train passes alongside our yard |
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| Our little road ends at the 'T' while the railroad tracks continue to Montreal and beyond |
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View out window at our storage shed
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| Our neighbors house in the snow |
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