Sunday, February 24, 2013

Skiing and Smoothies

Yesterday we finally made it back out to the ski trails after a bit of a hiatus.  Life was getting in the way of our Saturday afternoon plans the past few weeks.  But with blue skies and a little warmth from the sun we got back into the groove.  And look who made her skiing début...





Little sister was a natural.  It was like she's always been there.  She approached her first time skiing like she does most things.  Confidently, fearless, sure of herself, not wanting any help.  I know this about her but I am still surprised by her willingness to try almost anything.  After an hour she still wanted to go for another round as she tried to join the big kid group that was heading out after us.  

I watched Callie's own confidence shine having her little sister there with her.  She was very sweet as she was showing Lexi where to get her skis and telling her the ins and outs of how things work at this ski club.  She showed off her advanced skills to her sister, skiing way up ahead demonstrating her speed and heading down the little hill before Lexi even got started.





And after this face wash we called it a day despite Lexi's desire to go around just one more time.  We convinced her to pack it in with the mention of a smoothie at our favorite coffee shop.



It was such a great afternoon hanging out with my girls.  I sipped my almond joy latte as they slurped and licked their strawberry-banana smoothie.  Their flushed cheeks warmed up as we read  from the kids used book section.  I love these regular moments.

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In other news...
Humpty Dumpty people have been coming home in the back pack fast and furious...


Roller girl hasn't had any major injuries yet...


And someone finally decided to wear her special Christmas jammies I gave her three months ago...


Remind me to give Christmas jammies for Halloween next year.  That should make the timing just about right.

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Have a happy week.

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