Lake Louise Ice Magic Festival 2020 Sleigh Ride

The magic began even before we reached the ice sculptures at the 2020 Lake Louise Ice Magic Festival. As we walked down the snow covered path beside Lake Louise two horse drawn sleighs passed us, each pulled by two black, beautiful horses. The snow was gently falling (I did not photoshop the snow into the photos.). It was truly magical!

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Colored Cardstock versus Comic Markers with Altenew Rose Flurries 3D Die Set

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