As often happens in predicting weather in these mountains, Monday’s flurries turned into 3 inches of snow and yesterday’s 1-2 inches never materialized. So much for Snow Week Day 2!

The Herd was a little disappointed in our lack of fresh powder. The big event is still predicted for Wednesday, so we will see what happens.

Frankie is sitting in the fog waiting on more snow.

Where is it, hu-dad? You promised.

Can we just come inside and play now?

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Your generosity to Sarge’s Animal Rescue Foundation just continues to grow with $1,718 raised so far. Qannik continues to hold the fundraising lead with $419 and Frankie holds a slight lead over Typhoon in number of Valentines received with 46.

We are down to the wire now. If you have not already, go mail your Valentine today and enclose a check or money order to Sarge’s Animal Rescue Foundation. Mail your valentine to us at this address and we will make sure every single penny goes to Sarge’s:

Dog’s Name
c/o The Thundering Herd
PO Box 1835
Maggie Valley, NC  28751-1835

Don’t forget that one lucky reader who has sent a Valentine will be selected to receive the Grand Prize donated by Smoky Mountain Dog Bakery!

Typhoon checking out the Grand Prize that one lucky reader will receive!

The contest among ourselves is just for fun as the real winners are the animals that Sarge’s will be able to help because of your generosity. They find homes for an average of three animals every single day.