I think that is a State Law... temps below -10 require snuggling by a fire.

We have been in the 40s - 50s. At night, it dips down to the 30s but we have only had one night below freezing. It got down to 30F and then back up to 54 by afternoon.

Wild temperature swings are not unusual here.

Spearfish, South Dakota holds two Guinness World Records for the fastest temperature change in history:

Fastest temperature rise

On January 22, 1943, the temperature in Spearfish rose from −4°F to +45°F in two minutes. This was caused by a Chinook wind that rapidly picked up speed. The temperature change was so extreme that it cracked glass windows and frosted car windows.

Fastest temperature drop

A short time after the temperature rise, the Chinook wind died down and the temperature dropped back to −4°F in 27 minutes.

The extreme temperature change was so unusual that it made national news and was even featured in Ripley's Believe it or Not. The fluctuating temperatures also damaged many pine trees in the area.

Moral of the Story:

If you think snuggle time is over, hang on. It might not be.   

An Atmospheric river and bomb cyclone both have or will attack the west coast of the USA soon.
I think Frisco area already has been hit by a downpour.

Good sprinkle of snow this morning, temp hardly above freezing for the rest of the week. Bit soon for the normal UK weather.

 That is gorgeous. That is the element of snow that I do miss.

Quote from: Northern Star Girl on November 16, 2024, 09:46:32 PMWinter weather continues, lots of snow today and cold ... -2 deg (f)
Here is a picture of my driveway this afternoon.

         

Dear Followers, Friends, and Readers:

Winter is in full swing....  lots of Cold and Snow
The temperatures later in the week around Thanksgiving Day
on Thursday are forecast to be bitter cold at
minus -27 degrees (f) [-33 deg C]
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My business has been good and I have been very busy.

I am planning some good times around Thanksgiving, making dinner
for my Toothfairy and 4 friends from my church ladies group and
2 friends from my Gym Gals group. 
Should be fun.... everyone will be bringing their favorite dish or dessert.

Around Christmas I am planning a trip to see my Dad and Mom back home at
their Montana Ranch where I was raised.  I have not been back there for
several years.  Both of my parents health has been deteriorating for the
last 4 or 5 years... and my Dad is not doing very well and he keeps saying
that he will not make it to the 2025 New Year but even though he is dealing
with some health issues, I think that is an overstatement... I hope so anyway.

What are your plans for Thanksgiving? ... and for Christmas.

Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season and a Merry Christmas.
HUGS, Danielle [Northern Star Girl]

Brrrrr that is cold!!!!

I will go to sit closer to my fireplace now!


Chrissy

ON holiday in a few weeks for a turkey and tinsel coach trip, well she needs looking after. Thursday off to pick up my new hot rod build from 300 miles away, not much for you US folk but in the UK it means an over night stay. Christmas it looks like I am cooking for myself and mum unless we get a better offer (doubtful)

To all of my Forum Readers, Followers and Friends:

                    Happy Thanksgiving!

Sending you warm wishes and a harvest of blessings this year's Thanksgiving.

I am grateful that we have met and I am wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving.

May your Thanksgiving be a time of reflection, gratitude, and overflowing
with love and laughter.  Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life.

Sending you my warmest wishes for a joyous Thanksgiving and be thankful for
the blessings of the past year and looking forward to the year ahead.

Wishing you a Thanksgiving day filled with love, laughter, and gratitude. [/size]


NOTE: Even though November 28, 2024 Thanksgiving Day is a USA Holiday,
there is much wisdom and good thoughts ...and excellent advice in the above words.

Warmly with HUGS,
Danielle [Northern Star Girl]
The Forum Administrator

Happy Thanksgiving Danielle!

Chrissy

Happy Thanksgiving to you too.

Always a day late and a dollar short it seems.

Belately, Happy Thanksgiving all!

To ALL of my Followers & Readers, and Forum Members:


Blessings to you all.
Warmly,
Danielle [Northern Star Girl]

Merry Christmas dear, stay warm with toasty toes.

Mery Christmas, Danielle.

And thank you for all you do!

Big Hugs!

Danielle,


Merry Christmas!

Chrissy

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Best Wishes Always
Sarah B
@Northern Star Girl

Merry Christmas Danielle. Say hello to Santa for me. He lives near you, doesn't he?

To all of my friends, readers, followers, and all Forum members.              

Don't let the shadows of yesterday destroy the sunshine of tomorrow.
Live for today and plan for tomorrow.

It's time to celebrate the 2025 New Year.
     

Every story has an end but in life, every ending is just a new start.

Forget all the pain, sorrows, and failures of the past year.
Welcome this new year with optimism, hope, and a big smile. 

I desire and pray that you may enjoy good health, great success,
happiness, boundless joy, and peace of mind.

A new year is like a blank book. The pen is in your hands.
It is your chance to write a beautiful story for yourself.

I hope that the New Year will allow you to say farewell to the old and
hello to the new things that are headed your way.

May all the seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, and months of this
New Year bring you immense joy and good fortune! Happy New Year!

Hugs and my best wishes to all,
Danielle [Northern Star Girl]

Thanks, Danielle.

As the saying goes, "Same to you, but more of it."