Ice Storm '07

Tuesday night we had an ice storm which coated us in around 1/2" of ice. We lost power for a few hours on Wednesday. It wasn't too bad, just long enough for us to get nervous and reserve a hotel room for the night. Fortunately it came back on and we were able to cancel our reservation.

Iced storms are a conjure up mixed feelings. Obviously you worry about losing power and all the damage from falling trees but they are also really beautiful, turning the world into a crystal palace. I tried to get out and take some pictures, but unfortunately it was already melting and I had to head back inside because the camera and Jamie, who was with me in his sling, were getting pelted with water drops and falling ice.