An unexpected snowfall delights our Corgi, Nick, who was out rolling around in the fluffy white stuff.

The small Aspens in the foreground were slumped over in the snow's unannounced appearance overnight. 

From early morning upon awaking, we have seen 3" grow to 6" very quickly.

Barely a week ago, I did an Autumn post with vibrant fall colors in all their potted glory.  Now, the Petunias have surrendered to the early arrival of our first winter freeze.

Boy, we sure didn't see this coming!

The Mallard wind chimes that usually find a dry spot before the snow.

Aspens that have barely expsosed their Autumn colors now shrouded in snow.

Hot tub with lamp reflection taken through picture window.

I knew I should have put alway all the pool and sand toys yesterday!

My poor Petunias that were thriving so well into the fall...gone now.

So much for frost on the pumpkin!

Lone pumpkin on front steps in winter shock.

The Red Fern ladden with heavy snow is hanging in sorrow at it's shortened life in the warm Autumn days gone too soon.

The deck umbrella took a beating when minutes after this photo, it fell forward, table toppling and broke.  Crazy wintry morning!

Seeing the last remnants of Autumn as the Aspens stand tall and proud between the snow covered pines.

Husband thinking he might be "snowed in" and skip the slow drive over the mountain...

So much for the forecast:  "Slight chance of rain with possible snow above 7,500 feet in the higher mountain elevations.  Lake level is at 6,200 feet.

We got nailed!

The sun just came out!  Time for Remos Fizzes in the hot tub!