I'd like to go where the pace of life's slow
Could you beam me somewhere, Mister Scott?
Any old place here on Earth or in Space
You pick the century and I'll pick the spot
Boat Drinks by Jimmy Buffet

Maybe singing a few Jimmy Buffet beach songs will warm me up! I'll just stay snug indoors, singing and looking out the windows at my river views.

All I need to do is look at the weekly weather forcast to make me grateful for my warm home. I am thankful for everyone who must work outdoors in these brutal conditions.

Although these might appear to be black and white images, they are in color and you can see that there is very little color left when it gets this cold out. The weeds on the riverbank have frozen and still have a hint of brown.

The wildlife has no escape from the harsh winter weather. They must spend each day out in the snow and ice searching for the food that they need to survive.
Canada geese are a familiar site out on the river, whether it is frozen solid or not.

To maintain their body heat in freezing temperatures, their bodies have adapted to the cold
These animals rely on a vascular system of arteries and veins in the legs and feet that are close together, which allows the blood to be warmed and cooled quickly.

The ducks and geese provide some life and movement to what can otherwise become a dreary landscape during the winter.

I'm sure they are missing greenery as much as I am!