Picture of the day - March 11, 2008

Wintertime in the American Midwest

I have featured many beautiful winter scenes since I began publishing the "Picture of the Day" way back in February 2005, and their locations span several continents and nations. But for us Americans, the winters of the Midwestern region of our great land are the barometer by which we judge the winters in our own respective "necks of the woods". It seems like the American Midwest gets more than its fair share of snow, frigid temperatures and high winds. The land out there is more or less flat, so the wind blows pretty much unabated on most of those chilly winter days, driving snow and ice along with it that strike any exposed skin like tiny missiles. Ask most any Midwestern farmer and he'll be sure to tell you that when it comes to "rough" winters, his/her part of the country ranks right up there with anyone's. But as with most things we encounter in our daily lives, there is beauty in those winters as well. As today's picture so aptly demonstrates, the blue of the Midwestern sky complements the snowy landscape rather well, creating a scene that could easily grace a picture-postcard. It's a shame the photographer who captured this image chose to remain anonymous because he/she surely deserves a little recognition for bringing home the beauty of winter in such a pleasing way.     Visitor Comments... Name: Ron Trees Town: Spokane, WA I really like today’s picture!! The snow is not so deep that it is a pain to deal with, and the pretty blue sky just seals the deal.   Click here to comment on this picture.   Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!                                 Place the "Picture of the Day" on your website, for free! Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"