Our winter storm didn't last as long as many did in other parts of Canada. It began through the night Feb. 13 with snow and a strong wind. By mid afternoon Feb. 14 we had approximately 14 centimetres of snow, the wind had gone down considerably and the sun was peeking out.
Monday the snow plows were out in full force. The temperature was up to 1 C and the sun was very bright. Our weather is so changeable this winter. Only a few days ago the temperature was below -25 C.
Hope everyone enjoyed Family Day, Feb. 16, and that all students enjoy their winter break from school, which takes place this week.
Various people have been taking time on weekends to do some interesting activities. Among those who went ice fishing was Arlee Lumgair, who accompanied some of her family to Turtle Lake.
Kenneth and Carol Sutherland spent the past weekend in Calgary visiting relatives.
Anyone who keeps bird feeders full probably noticed the number of birds visiting the feeders lately. Usually there are lots of chickadees. They always look so happy. This week there have been many redpolls and some purple finches. One bird visitor I have not had before is a white-breasted nuthatch. Unfortunately today a pair of magpies arrived and along with a woodpecker had to be shooed away from the feeders. They cause chaos when they arrive.Â
