Schussing

We took a mini ski trip to northern Michigan from Sunday to Tuesday this week. Our friend, Tree, and her daughter, Emily, went along with us. Emily had never skied before, and was quite scared to try the sport. She had reiterated for weeks prior to the trip that she absolutely did not want to go, and most definitely did not want to ski. As it turned out, she had nothing to be nervous about because she took to the snow like a natural-born athlete. After making several successful runs down the bunny hill, Emily proclaimed, "Well, I can't say that I hate it!" Before long, the newbie was up the chairlift and schussing down the slopes with an amazing amount of confidence. Hopefully she enjoyed it enough to join us again next time!

Jacob rode up the lift between Adam and Emily. Adam always warns Jacob to give him enough space on the chair, so, in an attempt to appease his brother, Jacob cozied up to lucky Emily instead.

The boys on a scenic trail.

Me in my chic new helmet. It is actually very comfy. And warm.