We had a perfect ice storm on last night. Just enough snow and ice to add sparkle, but not enough to take down trees or power lines. Some people weren’t as fortunate, but here it was a wonderland.

From the patio
This “ice shark” slowly patrolled the pond
The big evergreen on the right is a coastal redwood, which may have been surprised by the snow.
Ice crystals and pine needles on the patio
Mediterranean Spurge is a reliable evergreen that snaps back after a freeze.
Icy seed heads on switch grass next to the car