Winter scenes from a rare snowfall

A frog doorstop in the snow - he does not look happy

This is what the farm looked like at 8 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 22.

The wrapped boxwood shrubs look like big mounds.

The old corn crib covered in snow

All the fences looked wonderful with their four-inches of sticky snow.

A bluebird house is very quiet right now in a snowy climate.
 

A spruce looking beautiful covered in snow

An American beech is still holding its leaves!

The woodpile covered in snow - oops! - no dry firewood for the weekend!

The woodland stream is gradually filling with late winter rains and snows.

Another view of the beautiful gurgling stream

A ball ornament  on a stone wall covered in a topknot of snow

Paw Paw up to his belly in snow - it's hard to induce him to come inside when he's walking through the snow - he loves it and the cold!

Finally blue skies emerged on Sunday after a very gray week - everything looked shimmering!

The house looked pristine with its snowy roofs and wrapped boxwoods mounded with white snow.

I love the shadows cast by the antique white spruce fencing on the brilliant snow.

From left to right - Rufus, Billie, and Clive making thier way delicately - they don't like deep snow.

In the same order - hanging out right next to their run-in shed. They refused to come to me because that would have required making a new path through the crunchy snow.

 

A view of the stable and stable yard from up by the donkey pasture

The peony beds - perfectly outlined by the mounds of snow - what a great sight in the bright sunlight!

More exquisite shadows!
 

The corn crib and old apple tree and deep shadows at 9 AM on Sunday were breathtaking.

 

Georgica Pond from the air (East Hampton)

Comments

[Jen]

What lovely photos! I especially like the one of the spruce fence with its shadow off to the right. Where I live one must travel *to* the snow, and I sometimes feel a pang of regret for leaving snowy climates...

[Charlene Austin (Willow01)]

So beautiful!! Thanks for sharing. I like your snow better than ours. I live in Alberta Canada right next to the mountains and it is beautiful when it is freshly fallen.

[Terry Rudolph(Totally Monogrammed)]

BEAUTIFUL!! Its about 80 degrees and raining here in South Louisiana!!

[MARILYN]

Oh My! What a treat to see the landscape after a perfect snowfall. An extra treat for those of us in So. California who live in a Mediterranean climate year round.

There must be an '08 Christmas card image here somewhere. . .

[Jan Erickson]

Hi Martha, What beautiful photos of your farm during the recent snow storm that blanketed your area. It is amazing how everything changes and looks so pristine after a snow fall. The blue sky adds another gorgeous dimension to your already beautiful photos. I love the photos of Paw Paw and the donkeys. We had our snow in the Pacific Northwest a couple of weeks ago, with avalanches in the Cascade Mountain Passes that closed the passes for several days. Now we have beautiful 50+ degree weather and no rain for over a week! I guess we sent our snowy weather your way. Enjoy! Jan

[theresa]

I have to laugh at the donkies. How cute. Isn't it something how they have formed their "order" and stick to it. Talk about organization. You are too funny in describing their reluctance to venture into the snow. I wonder why they didnt like it.
The farm looks like a fairytale to me. Trees rule!

[Jody]

I missed part of the show today, but I was excited to see you wearing "that white sweater". I bet lots of knitters watching would love to knit one like it.

Jody in Seattle

[Claudine]

There isn't anything as beautiful as new fallen snow. Everything is so peaceful and quite and looks just perfect. Wonderful pictures, thank you for sharing
Claudine

[M&Co]

Your farm is bautiful! I love your use of natural materials! It looks like its been like that forever! In particular I love your fences. The grey wood color is stunning! Paw Paw is super cute!!

[liisamarja]

i'm jealous, one would think that finland would have snow at this time of year but no. do miss the snowy winter and love the snow covered scenery in your pics!

[lena]

i loved noticing the new landscape and details after the snowfall here in brooklyn too. beautiful photos!

[Kathy]

What beautiful photos of your farm, Martha!
Kathy

[Carolyn]

Great pictures. What a beautiful farm you have!

Carolyn

[Debi O']

Oh my! I am just droolin' over your beautiful landscape. You captured the pure essence of newly fallen snow. Thank you for sharing your awesome pictures with us - you are quite the photographer. AND you tell such a beautiful story along with your pictures, it's like being there!

[Renée Couture]

Merci Martha pour c'est photos.
Aujourd'hui, au Québec, nous attendons encore un 5cm de neige. Vous le savez sans doute nous fêtons le 400e Anniversaire de la ville de Québec, et il y aura bientôt 400cm de neige de tombé cette hiver.
Vous avez de très beaux paysages.
Merci encore.
Renée du Québec.

[PAULINE MUCCIACCIO]

Hi Martha,
Winter is one of my favorite times of the year. I just love the way the snow in a few hours can transform a dreary landscape into a winter wonderland..
Enjoyed looking the snowy pictures you took on your farm.
Hope we get some more snow before winter is over!
Let it snow..let it snow..let it snow
Pauline Mucciaccio

[Smellyann]

Beautiful pictures. I especially loved the ones of the animals!

[donna croft]

How magical! These photos are "timeless." They look as if they might have been taken yesterday or 100 years ago. I wish Marietta, GA could get something so exquisite! Keep sharing and I'll just imagine...
-Donna

[Trish]

I love seeing snow pictures; I can pretend I don't have to mow the grass today! Is Clive the one with his head down as if to say, 'I love you mommy but please don't make me walk over there!' Great pictures though; everything is breathtaking! Trish

[Sally]

Fabulous photos!!!!
Thanks for sharing!

[KellySchwark.com]

I love how the landscapes during winter months emphasize positive and negative spaces. You can truly appreciate both the simplicity in nature as well as the complexity. Mother Nature is an amazing designer, and I draw much inspiration from her. Apparently you do as well. Thanks for sharing.

Kelly
http://kellyschwark.com

[leslie]

hi martha! i have vhs tapes saved from your very first series of shows (i am such a fan!) thank you so much for the house tour and for being so open and friendly. i tivo your show every day and my kids and i watch it together. you have really made cooking, homemaking and crafting something i feel proud doing for and with my family (as well as working outside the home).

[Kim Wylie]

I love when it snows (a rare occurrence in South Carolina)! We got about four inches a little over a month ago here, and I was running around doing the same thing: taking pictures. It's such a pretty trick Mother Nature likes to put on, blanketing once familiar surroundings. It's also ever so fun to watch how different animals react. We used to have a Border Collie growing up who would roll around with us kids as we made snow angels...and the cat would not set a toe out of the doorway.

Thank you for sharing the beautiful wintery photos! Your farm is lovely, snow-blanketed or not.

[Terri]

Paw Paw looks SO SWEET!!!

[jessica~]

Beautiful pictures -- your home is stunning.

[Rica]

Just perfect and beautiful pictures!!! I just love looking at your photos. You did a great job! Thanks for sharing.

[KnitXcorE]

beautiful pictures, martha!!!!!
thanks for sharing.

[patricia Carey]

Hello Martha, I think it is wonderful that you have given all of us a look at your world this winter. it goes to show a very gracious side of you and makes me fell a little bit closer to the winters I remember from my childhood. thank you so very much.Patricia from Pa.in the Pa. Dutch Country

[Margie]

Good for Paw Paw, have some fun and bark at the birds.

[chris sharpe]

I live in south Florida and it's so wonderful to look at the beautiful snowy pictures of your home. I'm from Minnesota and I really miss the beautiful snow covered trees. Thank you for showing these wonderful pictures.

[Bean]

I didn't know you had a blog! What lovely photos. I would gladly trade spots with you. I am here in Miami now and I miss snow and scenes like those you shared.

[Sherey]

Shimmering and pristine...and i love how all the elements of good garden design look exquisite covered in snow!

Martha...how wonderful to share your photos with us...thanks.

Sherey

[Claudia]

Gorgeous, gorgeous and gorgeous again! No other word can describe such beautiful spot.

Thanks for sharing your most special spaces.

Claudia

[Frank]

Those are the best photos ever. My Scottish terrier Dudley was beside himself with excitement over the snowfall in Wilton.

[Kathy]

Martha do you still pinch yourself...you are such a lucky gal? What a piece of heaven you have, I just love your home.

Paw Paw is adorable I saw the show on brushing dogs teeth...my daughter has the cutest puggle and I told her to increase the brushing from once a week..I told her how white Paw Paws teeth were at 12..I of course want the baby to be healthy too, but white teeth are sooo nice.

Thanks for a lovely post, I think you said your sister kept it up right ? Well if so hello to your sister; great job !!!

Kathy

[quiltlady@sbcglobal.net]

I live in Northern California so we don't have the experience of the beautiful snow. These pictures have inspired me to design a beautiful farm with a snow setting quilt. I've enjoyed your pictures and amazed that you are so willing to share them with your fans! Thank you Martha, these have also inspired my dream of living on a small farm with chicken, goats, and cows. Susan

[Jon]

Hi Martha,
Looks like it was a great morning for hot-cocoa, or maybe a good ol' cup-of-Joe.
I agree with you, the shadows object cast on snow are beautiful! The cool purple and blue hues of the shadows contrast handsomely with the stark, crisp whiteness of the snow. The shapes are very captivating as well.
I must confess, I covet thy neighbor's burros. Those rascals are too cute for words.
Stay warm.

[Maureen McJannet]

What beautiful photos. Fresh fallen snow makes everything so beautiful!

Thanks for sharing these with us.

[jai]

The snow looks love-er-ley, but I am so glad it is not on the ground here in Portland, Oregon... very much looking forward to the spring..... and getting a garden started...

[Nan Ashby]

I love the animals in the snow. The donkeys are hysterical. I love Martha Stewart's love for all her animals; and I also have raised so many horses and dogs. We don't get much snow anynore in southern middle Tenn. My brother and I own two beautiful old Southern homes. They are side by side. Wish I could tell
Martha my story with all my animals
and my Southern heritage.

[bpfster]

That is my favorite thing about a snowfall. Everything looks new a fresh and all the interesting outlines and shadows everything makes. I love to ride around and look at all the trees and barns covered in snow. Everything is so beautiful with the fresh fallen snow covering it.

[Cathy Leasa]

Thank you Martha, you are such an inspiration. You have made me decide to take photgraphy more a part of my daily life as I often times wish I had a picture to remember the things around me. I have also decided to have a portait of my Mom, daugher and I done like the one of you and your Mom.

[Simi Weiss]

Oh Martha! These pictures are BEAUTIFUL!
By the way, your frog door-stop is so adorable! On my porch we have a similar frog bolted to the floor, which my family bought on a trip to PA, but yours is so much cuter, and very useful too!
Your donkeys and Paw-Paw look like they are having a magnificent time in the snow!

[Jane M]

Oh those donkeys are the cutest CUTEST things I've ever seen! Paw Paw too! Everything looks wonderful.

[JO]

What an absolutely gorgeous view... I am such a snow bunny ... Living here in VA we dont see much of it... and the grounds ... I love the photos you took ... it all looks so Serene

JO

[Lesley]

Wonderful pictures. I couldn't help but focus on your corn crib. We now live on our family farm--nearing a century farm complete with old sheds, barns etc. BUT no corn crib. Would love some details on your corn crib--materials, dimensions, etc. Thanks! Inspirational always!

[JS]

Thanks for the pics! What a beautiful sight. Please post pictures of the peonies in bloom! I'd love to see how gorgeous they look after they awake from their winter slumber!

[Tina in Boston]

Hi Martha! I live north of Boston, so I got some of that snow, too. I love your pictures, especially the shadows of the fences. Brilliant!

[Amy]

What beautiful pictures! I live in the NW and get tired of the snow really fast, however I just love to see the beautiful scenery when there is snow and especially our mountains. I am reminded how awesome God is when I see this creation of His.

[Pam From California]

I am finally making it over to your blog and it's already tomorrow. The house and grounds look lovely with the snow and all the gang running about. Saying all that I have a frog door stopper so much like yours too, I just want to thank God I was born and raised in CA I am not a snow bunny by any means. Better to admire your photos and be in sunny CA enjoying 70 degree weather and reading on my porch!
Thanks ladies.
Pam from CA

[Nan Ashby]

Hi Martha, I think Papa is the luck iest dog, and he looks like he thinks he only should get the best of care. He is a King and the rest of the world is his. Nan

[sarah schneider]

you are soooo lucky to have a very butieful home and everyone seems to having fun in the snow thanks for the pictures sarah ohio

[Mark]

Hello Martha I hope Paw Paw is doing well I have two Chows of my own my two would love it in the snow. Also what a beautiful place you have is very beautiful with the snow. Also I am very impressed at how you keep Paw PAws fure looking so well maybe you can post some tips on that.

[Freda Peisley]

Oh Martha, What lovely photos of your farm, and Pawpaw.I just took a photo of my white car covered with snow, here in western New York, to send to family in Australia. I love the snow too. long time fan, Freda

[Sylvia Kimmerle]

Good morning Martha!!
Glad to hear Paw Paw is doing better. You so love your animals. I enjoy watching your show and it is amazing that there seems like there is nothing you can't do. The pictures of your farm are incredible. I know you must love it there as it is beautiful. You are a good person with so many wonderful ideas and the way you cook is yummy! Keep on keepin on.

[Martha Penick Lamkin]

Thank you for taking the time to do this blog for us - - your fans!
I am another crafty, artistic, organizing, controlling, Martha, and have always admired you for being so much like ME! (Smile!) I have spent most of my life (soon to be 70 years old) raising children and grandchildren, instead of making money with all of my talents and aspirations. At this time of life, I do feel that I have spent my life as God wanted me to, and the limited time I have had for decorating, painting, crafting, gardening, raising Arabian horses, etc., was always the icing on my cake. I have been with you since your first TV shows and the first magazine issue. I do enjoy living vicariously through your TV shows, your magazine, and now your blog! Thank you for being the icing on the cake for so many women!
God bless you!
Martha Penick LAMKIN

[John C. Franke]

Greetings Martha! Your winter photos are stunning! The wrapped boxwoods look like giant coconut cupcakes in need of a big candied red cherry! Now I have to run out to a pastry shop to satisfy a cupcake urge! John F.

[Diane Hochman]

Martha: As an animal lover and garden lover,it thrils me to see the great care you take of your animals and your plants. You so appreciate them and I appreciate you. Please do not print my e-mail. Diane

[mariane white]

yours is the first blog I have ever visited and what a treat to see such beauty! Like your living in heaven before heaven! Paw Paw's kidney problem caused me to visit in that I am a newly diagnosed chronic kidney disease patient and was not aware of how many persons (1 in 9) across the nation were afflicted by this and wonder if the same ratio applies to pets since it's classified as a silent disease and one that needs promotion. Thank You for sharing your beautiful farm in winter and I wish Paw Paw "well in a hurry" thoughts!

[Lynn]

I love, love, love your pictures. Good job.

[Cheryl A. Gray]

Hi Martha,
These pictures of all the snow
at your house was more than we
get in Wappingers Falls, NY where
I live, We got mostly ice and
rain. I want to wish the best
for your dog Paw Paw hope he
will be feeling better soon.

I Love You,
Cheryl A. Gray

[Susan A.]

Hello Martha,
I am very happy that Paw Paw is receiving such good care from such an exemplary veterinary practice. On your television show, you commented that if your dog does not want to hop out of the car and rush in to see your veterinarian, then there must be something "not quite right" with that veterinarian. I don't think that statement is fair. I am a certified veterinary technician at a wonderful veterinary hospital. We often have pets who are truly fearful for many reasons including: the unfamiliar surroundings, noises from any other pets in the hospital, separation anxiety, and a host of other factors. We work very hard to relax and assure the animals before we perform any invasive procedures such as placing a catheter, taking a radiograph, etc. Some pets are just inherently fearful, and it is not a reflection of the quality of veterinary care they are receiving. I'm sure you'll be pleased with the improvement you'll likely see in Paw Paw's blood values and quality of life. Thanks for showing your audience how to be a responsible pet owner.

[Mo Barger]

Your farm is beautiful! I wonder if you still have chickens?

I am glad that snow is unusual for you downstate. Upstate in the Finger Lakes region, snow is all too frequent!

[janet coughenour]

Dear Martha,

Thanks for the lovely pix of your farm, you are living the life indeed.The best company,animals.I have a pet care business UPPITY PUP in your friend Jimmy Klinko's area, Greens Farms, CT. I start my everyday with my dogs at Cranbury Park in Norwalk.Hope PawPaw is on his pins by now. Thanks for your skilled eye and generous advice.

[Frank J Rock]

Hi Martha,
I live in Portland Oregon with my six wonderfull Tabby cats. Abigail, Buster, Buddy, Blossom, Daisy and Kitty Boy. They all wishing Paw Paw A quick and safe recovery! "Meow"

[Stephanie Murray]

Hi Martha, I enjoyed the pictures so much as I live in Clatkanie, Oregon Right by the coast and we hardly ever see snow. It is beautiful. I love to watch your show and to see all your animals. I respect you deeply as I am an animal lover also. After watching your show yesterday I went right out and bought my dog toothpaste and a toothbrush. Thanks for the advice.

[susan woodrow fahy]

Have always enjoyed your advising and instructing women everywhere on the everyday art of homemaking. Have 6 dogs, 5 are rescued,(plus 1 cat, left behind by one of my 4 grown children, because of cost), I live in the country where many pets are thrown away. Have always had many animals drop by and stay.... I wish there was a way for you to address the issue of high cost animal care today. It upsets me that perhaps many people of lesser means are not able to enjoy the gift of animal love. My husband has assured me that when I die he will hold a spay/neuter clinic with donations in lieu of flowers. (2nd bout of shingles in 4 monthes, it may be sooner than we hope!!!!)

[Paula M.]

Martha,
Your home and grounds are impeccable! I just love to see your home! I am imagining your peony beds in May! Hmmm but these photos are wonderful and just so pristine! When it snows like this, don't you just love to go outside and smell the snow and hear the silence around? I know I do. We got 13 inches in CT from this storm. I think your darling burros have Yorkshire terrier in them...my dogs don't tread anywhere we don't make a path when it snows. Paw Paw looks like he's just plain having fun in his snow playpen! LOL You are such a good boy! Your pets are just to precious for words! LOVE THEM!
Thanks for sharing,
Paula

[didi faye]

I just bought your green pans - they are fantastic. make more - saute pans, small pans - they are the best.

[luz]

I love your farm and your wounderfull animals and your farm is so pretty when snow falls its must be so pretty to see the snow fall an your pretty farm i allso love your show is so good whell your farm is great and the wounderfull animals to keep up the great work.ciao bacio

[Linda]

Hi Martha,

I just love your show and your Everyday Food magazine. I look forward to it every month. I also have the cookbook too.

I'm in love with Paw Paw - he looks like a big love lion! I just wish I could have a picture of your animals.

I scrapbook pictures of all animals since I'm such an animal lover too.

Love you Martha, you are great!!!!

[Patricia]

Martha
I think you are such an amazing woman and I just love you. Your devotion to your pets is one of the most wonderful things about you. I too have a beautiful red chow chow and her name is Zoe. She will be 3 years old in July. I just love the little donkeys. Their personality transcends the camera's eye. They are just precious and your farm is beautiful. Love your magazines and your show.

[Carol Lynn]

hi Martha,
i have 2 cats, 1 is from Morris Township, NJ and now lives in Atlanta. I loved the segment about brushing the teeth of your pet, as it can cause so many health problems. Also my Jersey girl , Toodie age 12, has been diagnosed with renal failure from a result of kidney stones. Feline CRF. she has had it 6 months, and she was on the IV drip for a week to stabilize her blood values. she was almost near death , and the Georgia Vet Specialists brought her back to health.. her blood values are stable, and I give her the IV every day now myself.. she feels great and it loving as ever.. Renal failure is not a death sentence.. I am so glad you had Paw Paw on and can give others hope. I have had the most loving 6 months with my cat and wouldn't change a thing. The daily IV is a breeze now. take care and hugs to Paw Paw.
Carol lynn

[Rachel Palmer]

Hi Martha,

I was watching your show today from my 95 year old Mother's hospital room. She is recovering from the flu. She admires you so much and loves your show.

We lost our 14 yr. old dog last year and hope your Paw Paw is doing well.

God bless !

Rachel and Gretchen Palmer

[stacy flinn]

I love all of your photos.Your house looks wonderful at winter time.

[Nadia]

Bonjour Martha,
First time on the blog, You have beautiful pictures, it is so nice to see your environment, your landscape. Just to translate a previous message from a fellow Quebecois (Renée du Québec). It is Quebec City 400 yrs old anniversary this year and so far they have received close to 400cm of snow! Quebec City is a beautiful place to visit!
Nadia, Blainville (Quebec)

[Mary Dement]

My first time here. Wonderful Pictures. I just love your books and your show. I have lived in Missoula Montana for 8 years and I too have beautiful snow. The only thing I am missing is the farm.

Thanks for sharing , Mary Dement

[Michele]

Dear Martha,

What beautiful beautiful pictures of snow, One day i want to sit down and read your entire blog just like a book, because i love how you write:) i love your blog because its so educational and its like getting a tour of all the places you go and stuff. Oh and i love the frog doorstop :)
I hope Paw Paw is okay from recent trip to the vet.

regards,
Michele

[trudy oetken]

I miss N.Y. Love the pictures...

[adrianad]

oh, by the way today is my son's 24th birthday (first of five children) and i sent him the link to these incredible pictures. he did his Israeli army service up north, in a small city called Sfat, which has a real winter, with snow and all. i sent him the link to remind him that snow is beautiful.... poor kid, he hated it during his 3 year stint in the army !
he is now really into photography since he bought himself a digital camera and i'm sure he is going to be greatly inspired by your pictures !
Martha, YOU ROCK !!
adriana

[White On Rice Couple]

Oh Martha! We didn't know you had a blog! So happy we found it, we're fans! The winter wonderland here is just beautiful!

[Sandy from Ohio]

Martha,

What gorgeous pictures and thanks so much for the narrative in explaining them. I'm a huge horse and animal lover and also love the outdoors. Our 2 acres gives us a lot of peace and enjoyment but it's getting harder and harder to take care of.

My husband and I both watch your show almost daily. Thanks so much for sharing.

Sandy

[Fran]

Dear Martha, what a treat to see where you live. I think you are wonderful and love your shows, I watch you so much my husband says" you must like her". DUHH. Thanks for the photos. Love photography. Love it when you have pets on your show. Just love it all. Stay well, Fran

[Heather]

Hi Martha,

We've had almost 77" of snow so far this winter in Wisconsin. Sad to say, it's just not pretty anymore. We want spring! However, your photos were very peaceful and I enjoyed looking at them.

[Darrell Olson]

Wow!!! It has been a funny and wonderful winter, even for me here in Oregon. What was the name of that fellow you had on your show with the truffle farm? I can't remember.

[barbara e. conway]

Dear Martha..
These snapshots are spectacular..
Thank you so much for sharing ..
...Enjoy a wonderful week.
Most Sincerely..
Barbara E.Conway

[Dann Bills]

Dear Martha,

What a wonderful place to live. You must be so proud when you see it in photographs. You work so hard, it's great that you have a peaceful place to recharge your batteries. Thanks for sharing it with us. You're an inspiration.

Your friend,
Dann Bills

[Dianne Ballard]

Thank you for sharing these beautiful snow pictures from February 22nd. The pictures reminded me of my grandfather's farm in Tennessee, walk out of the house after it snowed and soak in the beauty and listen, there is no other sound.
Dianne
Keller, TX

[Joanne Kreutzer]

Hi Martha,
Your snowy pictures are beautiful. I love snow in winter, but now I'm looking forward to the spring and my many blooming bulbs. My place is not as beautiful or as large as yours, but I try to pack a lot into it. I'm always planting something where ever I can find space. I'm looking forward to stopping by your website often to get more ideas. Thank you for all you have to offer. Take care.

[Tricia]

Wow. This was a lovely visit. Thank you, Martha. These lovely photos and your comments show how much you truly do love the simple things that bring a smile to one and all.

[Sabine Kingston]

Hello Martha from Tasmania, Australia. I am a huge fan and absolutely love the photo's. What a beautiful winter wonderland. Love your show. I feel so inspired after watching your shows. G'day from Down Under.

[Carol Boisvert]

Hi Martha
Thank you for your beautiful Pictures. I think you live in a winter wonder world with your beautiful pets. We also have lots of snow here the most I ever remember.I will be happy to see the green grass and flowers again . I also enjoy your books Living I also have a small dog a poodle ( Buffy) 13 years and still lots of energy. but we love her lots
take care Carol from Richmond Quebec