Hello!
I wait for it each year. The annual snowstorm transforms our dusty region into breathtaking beauty as at least four inches of snow fell overnight in the Verde Valley and our next-door neighbors in Sedona. Driving around Boyton Pass, here are a few shots of our morning. Which one do you like the best?
Cindy Bruchman 
Cactus in the snow, of course. But they are all magnificent in that scenery.
I am overjoyed to see you back. 🙂
But you already knew that, dear Cindy.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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How would I know? 😉
Trying to ease into things. After all, I am paying for this WP account. Seems a shame not to use it. The key for me is not to let it take over my life. Truth be told, I missed all of you.
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Thank you. x
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Great to hear from you Cindy! All are gorgeous – the scenery is stunning! I will pick the ice cold needles because of the intricacy of the image – but again, all are gorgeous – nature showing off again!
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Hi John! Thanks for stopping by. Nature is marvelous. A visual oxymoron, yes? Cacti in the snow…
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I love that scenery – even when a bit cold!
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Hi Cindy, what stunning images. You are certainly treating us! I like the contrast of the red rocks with the snow – the rather aptly named Bleeding Red Rocks looks very impressive. It reminds me of being in Nevada and visiting Red Rock Canyon….remember that time when we could cross borders? Do hope you’re keeping well and you’ve made progress with your book. All the best.
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Junipers and Mesquite in front of the Red Rocks would be my fave, and good to see back, Cindy. Missed you and these photos.
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Hi Michael. A post here and there for now. A good sign I’m feeling better–I’m getting antsy.
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Hard to choose because I love them all 🙂 In fact, just staring at these scenic pictures reminds me of one of my many favorite westerns – Anthony Mann’s 1954 James (Jimmy) Stewart western The Far Country 🙂 I will give you a youtube video link below shortly 🙂 Anyway, keep up the great work as always 🙂
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Hi John, whenever I drive into Sedona on 89A, I’m reminded of all the movies that have used Sedona as its backdrop.
https://www.adayinthewest.com/sedona-movies/
Espeially The Rounders with Peter Fonda. The dirt road and empty landscape–not the Sedona of today. Tourist attractions and million dollar houses. And Thousands of people.
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For many years I didn’t believe that it snowed in Arizona. All those Westerns are shot in the Summer I guess. I was sort of shocked to finally see some Arizona photos with snow. I’m guessing it’s not abundant?
Those are all great photos, but I think I like number 1 the best.
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Hi JC! AZ is a huge state. The more north and east you head, the higher the ground and the cold and snow is abundant. Sedona, Flagstaff, and the White Mountains to the East are exceptionally beautiful to my eyes.
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I could EASILY move there and love it. That’s not in my cards this time around.
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The ancient rocks will be waiting for you next time. 😉
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It’s great to see you back again. Photographs still excellent! (No 1, I think, is my choice)
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Thanks for the vote, John, and the welcome return. I’m gonna go slow. Still working hard on novel 3. I do miss blogging and the cheery folks like yourself who always have a kind word. 🙂
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Good to see you, Cindy! Stunning scenery….and I can’t choose a favourite! Love the contrast with the red rocks an the dusting of snow
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Hi Sue! Thanks very much. Feeling a little better and missing my blogging buddies!
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Glad you are feeling a bit better
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Walks and sunshine and quiet days are doing the trick.
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Great to hear
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Hi Cindy, how fab to read that you are returning to us. Lovely shots and I hadn’t known that ARizona could have snow, amazing!
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Hi Fraggle, must be feeling better. After our recent snow dumping (which will be melted by tomorrow) gave our drought region a much needed drink of water. I had to get out and take pictures. Seemed to be programmed to share them with the blogging community. What good do photos do in my computer gallery? Thank you, for your kind words.
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No. 4 is the only one I could load (my problem, I think) so I have to opt for that one which is good enough anyway
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Oh, I am sorry you could not see the photos. I don’t why that is. Thank you for commenting, just the same.
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Sorry Cindy, I can’t help this time. At first I thought the first one was my favorite, then I changed to the Red Rock and then…. you see where I’m going with this.
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Howdy GP! Nothing prettier than red rocks covered in white snow with the blue sky as a backdrop. You see where I’m going with this…
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hhahaha
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Happy to see you back, Cindy! 🙂
It’s difficult to decide which picture I like most. They are all great. But I think its the cactus I’d go for.
Thanks fr showing the red rocks with snow: so much differet from when we were there.
Take care,
Pit
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It’s a once a year event. It was a pleasure hiking around in the snow–the red and white is great, isn’t it? I couldn’t keep it to myself. I’m glad I shared. Thank you for commenting!
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🙂
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I like 2 the best, Cindy. It is so good to see you are back. I hope you are getting better. Still waiting to buy the new novel. Stay Safe.
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Hello Don, I am trying to ease back into it. Blogging gobbled up my time and I couldnt devote the research and find the time to create the manuscript. I’m on chapter 5. I think I’ll write up a review of the research I found for Ch. 4. It’s so interesting to me. Anyway, you are still my inspiration for completing it.
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Thank you, Cindy for your kind words, but anyone who has read even one of the two know how fine a writer you are…and what a researcher,
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Thank you, my friend.
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All of them are great. I really like Ice Cold Needles.
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Hi Pam, thanks. I like the contrast between two unlike objects. Glad you did, too.
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This is a hard vote because they are all fabulous. My pick would be the Colosseum
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I wish you could see how huge it is. Thanks for voting.
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I wish I could, too! You’re welcome, Cindy.
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Breath-taking! I love all of them (the first one is probably my favourite!)
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Next winter snowfall, I’ll go to the east side of Sedona for different outcroppings.
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News reports said you got a higher than usual snow dusting this year. Is that right? Loved the photos. My only experience in Arizona has been summer time hot and dry.
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Winter in AZ is the best time of year. Up north it was at least a foot of snow. Down by us it was 5 inches. Almost all melted now.
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I love picture #2! I am planning a trip to Sedona next month. Your post and pictures made me so excited!
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Welcome, Jonathyn and Marissa,
February is a great time to visit Sedona. It’s not so hot, so you can get out in the open without dealing with the extreme heat, rattlesnakes, or a ton of people. Good call!
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It was difficult to choose, but I think #2 is my favorite
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The white of the snow really brings out the ridges of the area. Of course, the snow is already almost melted. But, we did get some moisture. It’s been very dry this past year.
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Here in Colorado too. We really need some snow.
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It rained overnight. That was a gift for us, too. Yes, let it snow in CO! Too many wildfires last summer for you all.
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These are beautiful pictures, Cindy.
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Hello, Robbie,
I thank you kindly! When it snows, one has to get out there. It’s serene and beautiful in an atypical way.
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Beautiful photos, #5 is my favorite, I love the colors!
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I liked how the melting snow fell like a river down the side of the cliff. Thank you very much for commenting!
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And I’ll add on to the pile: It’s very nice to see another post here Cindy! I’ve been really out of the loop myself. I see you have another post circa Christmas that I missed!
Absolutely beautiful photos. The Colosseum is my choice. Stunning, and perfectly named!
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It’s mine, too. You can drive up to it and hike to the top and the view is amazing. I am slowly returning to blogging. It does lift my mood to hear from everyone. I’m glad you stopped by, Tom. I’d love to read a post of yours, soon!
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Lovely photos!
Greetings from Greece
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Thank you for saying so!
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Thanks for the link!
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I love the Colosseum. We have recently had a rare deluge of snow and it is making everything look so pretty. It really hides a multitude of sins!
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I love that, too. For a few days it is beautiful.
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My first thought was all of them haha. But the red rocks one I think. It’s just so different form what i usually see.
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Hi again, Alex. Thanks for spending some time on my blog. I grew up in flat, midwestern corn landscape. Moving to AZ and seeing the Red Rocks every day has been a grand adventure. Thanks, my friend.
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Not at all. I always enjoy spending time on your blog. Have had trouble logging in through my phone so has made it harder to check. Not to mention life being busy. Have fallen behind in quite a few things.
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Are you still in the writing industry? Still writing creatively?
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I’ll send you an email 🙂
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