Winter has arrived in Glasgow, Scotland
Image of snow-covered Glasgow looking north This morning I awoke to a radio report of Glasgow being subject of overnight snowfall. On peering outside the report proved accurate. This was unexpected. In fact, the conditions outside provided an ideal winter landscape with the snow settling on frozen ground, temperatures just below freezing and negligible wind. The only downside was poor visibility due to extensive cloud cover. The snow was a function of a cold spell which is unusual for Glasgow at this time of year. Inspired by the weather I proceeded as follows: Introduced our young cat to it's first encounter with snow. Fed our 'adopted' Fox which was begging for food close to our back door. Wintry scenery is all very well but can be devastating for wildlife. Embarked on an extended walk around our local country park and golf course. Frozen over Boating Pond. Another aspect of the Boating Pond showing the large population of water birds desperate for foo...