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Through My Lens : Snow

January 24, 2012 - 111 comments

Living in New York, I have a love/hate relationship with snow. I'm often awestruck by it's beauty as the snow falls, frosting the city in white but it's another story once I find myself having to navigate through the black slush that it inevitably becomes. We were hit with record snowfalls last winter but so far it's been fairly quiet on that front this year. I almost miss it as snow is a subject matter that I never tire of photographing cause it can be so magical. In that spirit I wanted to share a few of my favorite snowy images. It can get a little tricky but I love taking my doll/photo muse Rena out for photoshoots in the snow. Does it snow where you live and is it something you like or not?

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111 comments

  1. AdeleJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:06 AM

    Amazing photos xoxo
    http://www.intotheblonde.com/

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  2. JianJanuary 24, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    I love these photos!!! :) Your doll looks beautiful and cosy. It's like a winter wonderland (metropolis)

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:16 PM

      Thanks! It does actually look like a winter wonderland before it gets gross.

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  3. dimitriJanuary 24, 2012 at 6:58 AM

    These photos are so beautiful. It's really a lovely place.
    xx

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  4. FabriziaJanuary 24, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    I like these photos so much! This is such a cool post!

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  5. prettymeggyJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    wow these pictures are aamzing!!! and gosh your baby doll is such a cutie!!!!!
    i've been waiting for snow to arrive but our weather here is crazy...
    take care. xoxo, Haus of Gala

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:17 PM

      Thanks! Our weather has been just crazy too.

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  6. Diva In MeJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    You have some beautiful pictures! I was hoping to bump into at least 1 snowy day during my winter trip but of no luck. I guess no snow for me this year.
    Thanks for visiting my blog! Yea, I got my Louboutin from my bf as a birthday present =) I hope to see you again soon at my blog.

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:18 PM

      Thanks! Too bad you didn't bump into any snow this year but there's always next winter :)

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  7. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    Gorgeous images, love! NY can be so magical in the snow but you're right. It quickly turns to a nightmare :) xoxo

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  8. SarahJanuary 24, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    These pictures are absolutely beautiful! I think snow always looks so picturesque. I love snow as it is so pretty, but after a while when it turns into sludge/ice it isn't so pleasant. We usually get a bout of snow but this winter it's been relatively mild! xo

    www.almostdelightful.com

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:20 PM

      Thanks Sarah! Snow does look picturesque. I guess it's a mild winter everywhere.

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    Love the fourth photo, the trees are so beautiful.

    I'm from Iceland so I'm definitely used to snow. One evening, a few days before Christmas, it began snowing in Antwerp but the snow was gone the day after, and we haven't had any snow since. I'm kind of hoping we'll be greeting spring early this year ;-)

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:22 PM

      Thanks Lisa! It seems snow is just scarce all around this winter. I'm hoping the same thing ;-)

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  10. Dancing BranflakeJanuary 24, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    You are so talented! Beautiful beautiful photos!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    I feel the same way that you do. But it is our city. You gotta love it.
    Maybe we can follow each other?
    http://www.fashionmechic.com/

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  12. Shop N' ChompJanuary 24, 2012 at 12:58 PM

    You take amazing photos!! Really love that 4th one. :D Nope no snow here!

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  13. Mary Jo at TrustYourStyleJanuary 24, 2012 at 1:09 PM

    I love looking at a frosty scene but I get cold so easily and the dreaded black slush is probably what sent me packing to California! Very pretty images!

    xo Mary Jo

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:25 PM

      That dreaded black slush is just insidious! Thanks Mary Jo!

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  14. StephanieJanuary 24, 2012 at 1:18 PM

    These photos make me actually like the snow lol They look beautiful!

    http://fashionroll.net

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  15. Rainy Days and LattesJanuary 24, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Wow, New York is incredible. The pictures here look stunning! :D

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  16. Chocolate, Cookies & CandiesJanuary 24, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    Wow, if we get this kind of snow here in the UK, the whole country would shut down. I hope to visit NY one day.

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:27 PM

      Safe to say no massive snow storms in the UK then. I hope you'll make that happen :)

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  17. Caroline Ergy ErgJanuary 24, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    These photos are lovely, especially the doll one :D
    xxx

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  18. Jessa BelleJanuary 24, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    These photos are absolutely beautiful and Rena looks so at home amongst the white fluff!

    Love & Lollies... Jessa

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  19. College GirlJanuary 24, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    I wish it snowed where I live, is so beautiful *.*
    Great blog, thanks for the nice comment :)

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:29 PM

      It's probably warm and sunny where you live but snow is a nice experience.

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  20. CindiiJanuary 24, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    Nice photos!! Snow is very pretty.

    http://purrincup.blogspot.com/

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  21. Kim (A Very Sweet Blog)January 24, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    These pics are beautiful! I love your doll pic. I think that's so cool. It never snows in New Orleans. Well the last time was in 2005 or 07 for like 5 minutes. LOL I think snow would cripple this city. No one is use to it. :D

    http://averysweetblog.com/

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:30 PM

      Thanks Kim! It would indeed be strange if it were to snow in New Orleans.

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  22. blytheponytailparadesJanuary 24, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    INCREDIBLE photos! You are a wonderful photographer :)

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  23. SayakaJanuary 24, 2012 at 4:45 PM

    I think I totally get it when you say you have "love hate relationship". I used to live in MA when I was young so I get it...but the pictures you took really makes me miss the east coast. The pictures are gorgeous!!

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:31 PM

      I guess you miss it when you don't have it anymore. Thanks!

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  24. Erin @ Currently CovetingJanuary 24, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    Gorgeous! I wish we had some pretty snow here!

    XO,
    Erin

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:32 PM

      Thanks Erin! I'm kind of wishing for more.

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  25. SamJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Wow, I am awe-struck by these magical photos, what a winter wonderland! Wish I could be there in the snow :)

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    what amazing images, just adore NYC .. yep, it's snow here sometimes, but not as often and wonderful like back in the days! x

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  27. jeanine @ i heart interiorsJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    I totally agree with you about snow. It's nice when it comes down and things get quieter and pretty. Then things get dirty and gross and you have to trek through it which is much less fun.

    I love the pictures you took, especially the closeup of the branch. Rena looks a bit like the doll in Batchelor's Vegetable Store {one of the first episodes I think}. Have you seen that show?

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:39 PM

      Yes I totally dread trekking through the gross stuff.

      Thanks! I am watching Bachelor's Vegetable Store but my friend told me about all the tragic melodrama in the first 2 eps. so I kinda read recaps and skipped them. I'm so bad I know ;p I must go take a look now. Rena does come from a Korean doll company so I wouldn't be surprised.

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  28. Fashion-ishaJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    These prints are gorgeous! I know what you mean about the love/hate relationship with snow...thanks for visiting my blog!
    xo
    Sharon

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:40 PM

      Thanks Sharon! I appreciate your visit as well :)

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  29. L e n aJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    why is that new york through other people's eyes is always more beautiful??
    (maybe i need to look into my soul rather than trying on new makeups, huh? ;p)

    i really appreciate your beautiful pictures.
    and it is nice to meet your muse doll Rena! :)

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:41 PM

      We all see beauty in different ways Lena. Thanks! She's happy to meet you all too :)

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  30. AnitaJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    Lovely photos!
    http://xtheperfectmess.blogspot.com

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  31. Sandy at Ooh La Frou FrouJanuary 24, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    Gorgeous photos and your muse looks as if she's loving the snow ;) ... I'm not missing the less-snowy winter this year either. It's been rather WONDERFUL as a matter of fact, as beautiful as snow can be! Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a note at Ooh La Frou Frou and your compliment on the cards! ~xo

    Sandy at Ooh La Frou Frou
    http://oohlafroufrou.blogspot.com

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:43 PM

      Thanks Sandy! Rena soes enjoy the snow ;) I go back and forth on whether I miss it or not.

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  32. JessiJanuary 24, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Wooooowwwww, such beautiful pictures!! It's really snowing over there! We did get some snow here in Vancouver but nothing compared to that. Plus, it doesn't usually stick and instead melts and turns dirty and grey from the traffic, I hate that :(

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:44 PM

      Thanks Jessi! It's so nasty when it turns dirty and grey.

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  33. GraceJanuary 24, 2012 at 7:15 PM

    wow! so pretty. you take such gorgeous pictures. You make me want to go to New York and get out of the sun and into some cold weather! (just for a day)

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  34. Chic 'n Cheap LivingJanuary 24, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    I have the same relationship with snow - it's beautiful but good for really just a day!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:45 PM

      Yes I wish I could admire it when it was still pretty and then it'd just magically disappear.

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  35. dustjacketJanuary 24, 2012 at 7:57 PM

    I just love these photographs...we don't have snow where I live in Australia, so I have a romantised view of it.
    xx
    ps love rena

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:47 PM

      Thank you! I've seen the good and bad and I still have a romanticised view of snow. I swear there's something magical about it.

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  36. JaneJanuary 24, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    I love how snow looks in pictures. I can imagine it would be inconvenient, though. I've never actually seen it in real life!

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:48 PM

      It's better and much less messy in pictures.

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  37. MaggieJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    I LOOOOVE SNOW! I cannot live without it! When I grow up/get a place of my own, etc., I *have* to live in a place with all four seasons. And I'm a winter baby, hehehe. LOve your pictures! :D

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:49 PM

      Haha I love the snow but I can actually do without the cold and I'ma winter baby too :) Thanks Maggie!

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  38. Bravoe RunwayJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    I know the feeling all too well of a love hate relationship with snow! I feel like our winter was quite mild this year and really can't complain and the snow has now melted in Chicago :) Love the doll with her knit beanie :) beautiful!

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    1. rolalaJanuary 24, 2012 at 9:50 PM

      I wonder if we might see an early spring based on the mild winter. Thanks!

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  39. AlexaJanuary 24, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    Does not snow here in San Diego...but I do love the way it looks!

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  40. trishieJanuary 24, 2012 at 11:27 PM

    OMG the squirrel is so adorable! i doesn't snow in Sydney and i don't really miss it because it don't cope very well with the cold. But snow certainly makes for amazing photos! The 3rd one from the top is my fav.

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:51 PM

      Thanks Trishie! I would actually like the snow without the cold but they go hand in hand.

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  41. Julie KhuuJanuary 24, 2012 at 11:38 PM

    Picture perfect shots! That little squirrel is so darling!

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such awesome comments, hope to see you back soon!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

    Haute Khuuture.com

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  42. jaclyn @ thelateafternoonJanuary 25, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    snowy photos are always so magical and pretty, though i don't think i could survive in a place with snow! being from northern california, rain is enough for me!

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:41 PM

      Yeah if you're not used to it, dealing with snow could be quite overwhelming.

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  43. my mini bagJanuary 25, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    The pictures are gorgeous. I have a love hate for snow too. I like the first snow fall but hate having to drive or walk in it. You take amazing pictures.

    http://myminibag.blogspot.com/

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:42 PM

      Thanks! I guess we feel the same way about it :)

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  44. A Heel in MintJanuary 25, 2012 at 1:01 AM

    You take gorgeous pictures. Love the snow when it's fresh but not after it turns into that black slush. The doll is super cute. Love it!

    xx
    Heel in Mint

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:42 PM

      Thank you! I don't even want to look at the black slush never mind walk through it.

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  45. RolaJanuary 25, 2012 at 1:03 AM

    You've been tagged, my friend! http://foofyo.blogspot.com/2012/01/11-random-things-about-me-tag.html

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:43 PM

      Ooh! I'll be over to check it out :)

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    2. RolaJanuary 26, 2012 at 2:02 AM

      Stunning photos! You are an awesome photographer. I was in NY in November, can't get enough of the Big Apple every time I go.

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  46. M.EJanuary 25, 2012 at 2:19 AM

    very nice photos! i miss snow to be honest !


    http://fashion-gourmet.blogspot.com/

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:43 PM

      Thanks! I think I would too if I lived somewhere w/o it.

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  47. NaNaJanuary 25, 2012 at 4:29 AM

    breath taking pictures~ i wish i lived in new york! thanks for sharing hun xoxo

    love from the NANA girls xoxo
    http://feedmenana.blogspot.com

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:44 PM

      Thank you! New York is a fun place to live. You must visit!

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  48. Christel @ Captivated by imageJanuary 25, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    Your photo's look so good! I'm really enjoying them, just gorgeous. Love the doll too;) My brother is in NY now actually but there's no snow I believe. Wish I was there instead of him and experience the magical snowy world for a moment. We haven't had any yet in Holland and I don't think it'll come either... Enjoy your week!

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:45 PM

      Thanks Christel! Glad you like them! No theres isn't any snow in NY at the moment. We've hardly had any all winter.

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  49. hope in high heelsJanuary 25, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    Gorgeous photos... almost makes me want to leave the sunshine here in Australia immediately so I can go back to NYC, put on a warm coat and wander around taking photos in between sips of hot chocolate... Almost!

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:47 PM

      Thank you Hope! I can't imagine you would want to leave that gorgeous sunshine behind.

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  50. lynnetteJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    SIGHHHH I wish it snowed in S'pore!! :(( haha but i guess the grass is always greener on the other side. Most people I've spoken to who have to deal with the snow hate it and people like me? DREAM ABOUT IT :D

    Ooo I take it you celebrate CNY too?? Happy CNY :D how did you celebrate!

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    1. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:50 PM

      Ooh it would be sooo strange if it snowed in Singapore. So true about the grass being greener but snow is something that is pretty fun if you haven't experienced it before.
      Thanks! I celebrated CNY with the usual family dinners and we always go to temple on New Year's Day.

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  51. lisaJanuary 25, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    What beautiful photos!

    I stayed indoors during Vancouver's snowstorm, but that was because I was sick. If I had been well, I would have taken my camera outside and snapped, snapped, snapped away.

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  52. rolalaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    Thanks Lisa! I have a hard time staying indoors when it snows cause I just want to capture it :)

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  53. GillieJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:45 PM

    Hi dear! That picture is so very lovely, I love NY at this time of year, but not so much the snow! Your blog is lovely, if you want to take a look at mine it’s at http://grassettagillie.blogspot.com, if you’d like we should follow each other! :)

    xo Gillie

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  54. IvanaJanuary 26, 2012 at 3:40 AM

    WOW! I´m just awestruck by these pictures! So beautiful and dreamy! I´m in love :)

    xx Ivana

    Stop by sometimes :)
    Macarons and Pearls

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  55. classiqJanuary 26, 2012 at 4:48 AM

    Beautiful photos! It's something magical about snow. I always dream of a white Christmas and I can not imagine spending Christmas somewhere warm. We haven't had any snow though this winter until two days ago and since then it's been snowing non-stop. We're practically snowed-in, it's all white, bright and beautiful, but when it turns into a black slush I won't enjoy it that much. xo
    Ada

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  56. AngelaJanuary 26, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    Gorgeous photography!
    I like snow only when I'm watching it fall from my warm home, with hot chocolate in my cup :)

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  57. GRACEJanuary 26, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    wow, you take beautiful photos. i've never been to NY before, so thank you for sharing your lovely photos. i'll totally come back to your blog for more~

    xx,
    graceinajar

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  58. Lindsay KJanuary 26, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    WOW! You captured last weekend wonderfully. You are so talented. I love it.

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  59. JoJanuary 28, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Such a pretty picture!!!!

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  60. KATEFPJanuary 30, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    Thank you for your sweet comment dear, and WOW, this is beautiful! *.*

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  61. Ivana SplitDecember 2, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    I have a similar relationship with snow, ha ha:)

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