This weekend, Nick and I met up with the Lopez clan at my parent's cabin at Crystal Mountain. We really enjoy our time up there during all seasons because of the vast scenery changes. Currently, there is about 1.5 feet of snow still sitting around the property from the huge winter snow dump. We use this time to tromp around in the snow, knowing that the next time we'll be up there, the warm spring sunshine will be shining on us.
On Saturday, all 6 of us headed to the ski resort area for a few miles of snow shoeing (snowshoes were new Christmas gifts for the Lewis and Vann households this year). This was my big day back to expelling energy since the whole week before I was laid out on my sick bed. Needless to say it was a HARD little jont with the fam. My sister having the energy of horse, pushed me up the steepest hills we ventured up. Matt, brother in law, and his long legs did laps around the rest of us on our assent. Thankfully, my family is beyond understanding and were willing to slow down a bit for me. Yet after too many deep breaths and slight pangs of dizziness, I waived my flag and turned around. Nick joined me in the lodge where I laid across 3 chairs and passed out...waiting until the rest of the family was done with their oh-so-energy-sucking adventure. I must say, even though I had to bag out early, it was beyond wonderful to be up there and breath the fresh mountain air. It was a surprisingly clear day and embraced the fact that our cheeks would get a little pink...nothing like spring sun!
Mom's bringing up the rear...dad next...then me. The rest of the crew are frolicking ahead of us...
Ami pushing me up the Hills...
Sunday was yet another day up at Crystal Ski Resort for Dad, Nick and myself (Ami and Matt headed back south, while mom and Brea stayed at the cabin to relax and make cookies - yummm). We hit the slopes hard and had many Thanks to God for blessing us with yet another amazingly sunny day! This was the first time back on the slopes for dad in 6 years! Due an accident on the mountain resulting in two shoulder surgeries...he decided to take some time off. He even sold his skis! But alas, Nick talked him into it and so he ventured up with us (and Nick's new A-Line Arbor board). This was by far one of the best days skiing I have ever had. Certainly not skill wise, but weather wise! There were hardly any people up there, we wore light clothing, ate lunch outside and had a crystal clear view of mountain ranges from the top, Mt. Rainer and Mt. Adams included. The snow was a bit slushy towards the end of the day, but really didn't affect us at all. Dad had a blast and already started talking about his next trip up for next weekend. Best of all, we came home to a huge batch of fresh chocolate chip cookies! Ahh, I love weekends!
Check out the view!
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