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Last week a huge storm dropped rain and snow on the North Shore. It produced strong Northeast winds that pounded the shoreline with some of the largest waves I have seen in some time.

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The roads were in poor condition so not many people got the chance to experience the power of Lake Superior. For those who did, great memories were made. Our son and his girlfriend along with our daughter and granddaughter walked down to the shore with us to take in the impressive sights. Waves driven by the strong winds created spray with sounds that were as loud as a jet plane. Our granddaughter just loved the waves. She kept saying “More Papa”.

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It was hard to face into the wind as ice pellets stung your face.

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The waves pushed water up the Gooseberry River breaking the ice and leaving large chunks on the beach. It was strange to see the river flow upstream. The river was so high that it flooded the beaver house and we found them walking on top of the ice searching for shelter.

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After the winds subsided, the light snow made the woods absolutely beautiful. Our granddaughter Addie loved the snow and we spent a lot of time outside. She repeatedly asked to go outside.

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Her mom asked if we might spend next Christmas in Atlanta but Addie’s response was “Mama, I like snow”.

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