"A River Runs Through It"

DH & DW went down to the local dam today to survey the ice flows. The "Straight River" runs right through the center of town. What we found was amazing. The ice pieces had hung up on the dam edge & were heaving on top of each other. It's amazing to see the power of rushing water yet the weight of the ice pieces kept them stationary for our eyes to behold. It was a truly marvelous sight to see. DW actually put her hand down next to a piece of the ice to show the thickness.

While walking around the slushy, sloppy ground, one had to be careful to not step in the "little gifts" left by all the ducks and geese that frequent the park. Once the skateboarders left the new bridge over the dam, one could listen and feel the rushing of the water. To sit and ponder the potential of the homes in the area being flooded and washed away, one should always be aware and respect Mother Nature because you never know what she has up her sleeve! Knock on wood, our home will not be washed away but we hope many of the "gifts" left in the park by the geese and ducks soon will be because it's almost time for sandals! :-)

Below are a few more photos taken on our adventure.