My Limit

I may have reached my limit on how much snow I can handle on my own. We had a backhoe come out yesterday to give us our driveways back. I finally got to my mail after three days. From what I hear it snowed a foot the night before last, and at least 3-4 inches during the day yesterday.

In the 4th pic down ( click em' to big em') you can see the small opening I have to feed the horses in. The snow keeps sliding off the roof and burying the area. The pic below that one is where the snow has fallen off the roof in front of the house. If you remember from spring/fall photos, that birdfeeder at the end is usually way over my head, I need a stool to fill it. Now I tower over it. The deer can eat out of it now, and the cats can just walk right in. Not good for birds.

I can't even get to the horses fence feeders (they get grain for lunch) unless I put on waders or something. I've lost a few boots trying to walk through that snow. Needless to say, they're eating hay for now.
The hottub deck has at least two feet of snow on it. I tried to shovel off some of that yesterday, but could only handle a corner. The snow was so deep and heavy, there was just no way. Sigh.. I hurt.

I have had continuous phone/internet issues plus the occasional power outtages. The satellite reception comes and goes. And, my laptop is having issues :(

It's been a very frustrating few days. I usually pride myself on being able to handle most anything, and yes I'll even get through this, but, I've had my moments.
It's not snowing today, amazingly. I have my driveway back. I will attempt more of the deck today and I think I'll make stew.

And, I think I shall eat chocolate :)