In Juneau, Alaska, we had our first proper snowfall last week although it didn't last long. Downtown Juneau measured 4.2 inches; at the weather station itself they got a bit more than 5.

The ground isn't frozen yet. Being at sea level slows things but being in northern latitudes hastens them. We are a conflicted people.

My Cairn terried quite appropriately loves snow. She was out there laughing in the snow, tunnelling and rolling; she's not nearly that fond of rain.