On this side of the hemisphere, old man winter is raising havoc with the weather. On Vancouver Island, artic blasts have created unprecedented snow and chilly temperatures. I’m not there now but my neighbor sent me a video of the coast smothered with snow. I can’t share the video but to illustrate …
This is what the coastal view should look like
… and this is what does look like.
Vancouver-ites are not used to this volume of snow. The news is flooded with reports of closed highways, cancelled ferries and airport chaos. Amongst all that gloom, one innovative cyclist had a unique solution to plowing through the snow covering bike lanes in Victoria.
His motivation for all that work? A craving for his favorite Vietnamese food!
Speaking about food cravings … what’s coming up for the festive feast days ahead? Will you have roast beef or baked ham? Or is it seafood on the barbie, Aussie style? Maybe crispy latkes and sugary sufganiyah? Or are you like me and planning to have it all?
Except maybe for the BBQ. Here in Toronto the forecast is for a major winter storm. We’ll see rain turning to ice turning to snow, with wind gusting up to 90 km/h. Wind chill is expected to be in the minus twenties. Flash freezing will produce icy and slippery surfaces. Bicycling and outdoor barbequing is not recommended.
Luckily, I did all my shopping yesterday and I will be burrowed in until Christmas Day. Tomorrow, I’ll start baking and keep on going until the big day 😉
Wherever you are, whatever your plans and weather, I wish you and yours a Very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
The Sandy Chronicles 
Merry Christmas ! and stay warm:)
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While enjoying the above 10°C in my town these days, I’m staying up-to-date with the Arctic Blast on the other side of the world. It is certainly nuts!
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Brrrr! I’m glad your errands are done and you can stay warm inside, Sandy! My hubby requested deep dish pizza tonight, white chicken chili tomorrow and Italian cioppino for Christmas dinner. You know where to find me— in the kitchen (my fave)! 😁 Merry Christmas to you!
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You hubby knows what he wants .. probably because he knows it’s all good! It’s dreadful outside but warm & cozy in my kitchen. In the oven is sourdough campagne, a fruit & nut loaf and chicken & mushroom pasta bake. We’re good 🙂 Have a good holiday Terrie!
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Merry Xmas!
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Have a good one Snow!
By the way, there is snow EVERYWHERE here & no chance of is melting before Christmas 😉
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Lucky you!! Our white winter turned grey for Xmas! But we didn’t go outside anyway so 🤷♀️ (Over here, Xmas Eve is the main event!) Enjoy your white Xmas!
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I had to do a quick store run and it’s freezing cold – Minus 22C I am staying inside for the rest of the week. Take care!
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🥶
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Stay warm in that storm Sandy and enjoy your Christmas! Over here I’m catering for seven with a big turkey, various trimmings, roast potatoes, parsnips, red cabbage and Brussels sprouts 😀
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Sounds marvelous! Have a good holiday Sarah 🙂
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Thank you so much.
Wishing you all Merry Christmas 🎄
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Best wishes to you too!
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🙏🙏🙏
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Merry Christmas
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You too!
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Happy holidays! The snow sure looks pretty! Hopefully you all stay warm!
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It does look pretty now 😉
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Seasons Greetings & Merry Christmas . Calgary is -27 ( present) and we are already burrowed in😊
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Sounds like Calgary in winter!
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I like the bicycle snowplow! I’m working Christmas Day, so no special activities or food this year, though we will no doubt eat well and stay warmer than most of the rest of the country! Happy holidays to you.
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Working on Christmas! No doubt providing an essential service. I wish you well.
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Hi, Sandi – Yup, the weather on VI is extra chilly with much snow. Richard and I are waiting for family to visit and hope that they will still be able to.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday and a great year ahead!
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Fingers crossed! Whether virtually or in person, I hope you have a good Christmas.
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