I get very excited when I hear of birds I used to see in the UK venturing up north. Cormorants used to sit on the boats in Bristol docks and I have been looking out for them here. I didn't think one would turn up on the river when the temperature drops to -22'C. 

 It was a glorious morning with wonderful light for photos.

The daytime sky is becoming bluer and it does feel like spring is possible - even if it will be a couple of months or more away!

Today was one of those days when it has truly felt great to be alive, and to be living up here. Biting cold,  crystal ice and a lovely warm sauna to come home to.