Weather is always a fascinating topic in Finland, as it is often unpredictable and has a significant impact on daily life. Always safe. Today, for example, we have experienced a mix of snow, slush, and drizzle coming down on us, creating a rather dreary yet quintessentially Finnish atmosphere. Even with the gray sky looming overhead, which is certainly not a pleasant sight, the temperature remains relatively mild for winter standards at +1.4°C. but it does little to brighten the overall mood on such a gloomy day. This warmth is not the best temperature in winter; I think I prefer something between -3°C and -5°C, with no wind.
Just the other day, the wind blew wildly, causing slush to accumulate on the windows facing east and west, painting a messy but intriguing picture of the weather’s influence on our surroundings. I couldn’t resist the opportunity to capture this moment, and so I took several photos of the slushy windows, hoping to convey the unique elegance of Finland’s winter weather, even when it is less than ideal.
Ritva Sillanmäki Photography 
Winter brings its own beauty, as you show in these lovely shots.
I love your slushy windows Ritva. Some are almost abstracts. You took the advantage of a good photo opportunity.
Beautiful clicking.
You inspire me so many times with your photography, Ritva. These are lovely.
That is nice to hear, I have been lazy so I look for something near home, and at the moment inside to photograph so I don’t have to go out 😀 I inspire towards laziness Lois
You are funny!
My laziness is photographing birds as I sit at the computer, taking photos through a glass door 😁
That is wonderful to have outside your doors
These are gorgeous photos Ritva! I especially like the first and last one.
It seems the logical thing to do if you don’t want to go out in it- photograph it from inside. Looks great, Ritva.
Beautiful!
Marvellous what winter can bring to the eyes, especially mine who knows nothing of snow and whose slush is the aftermath of downpours of rain. Drizzle is often here.
These photos are wonderful. Stay in, keep warm and take as many inside photos as you want. I love them 😀
Fascinating photos
I love the slushy window scenes. Makes for a typical Northern European wonderland (to me).
How could anyone resist capturing those snow/ice crystals.
Great images of the cold, Ritva!