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Our
Journey:
Journey:
Avalon's Army of Angels
| February 1, 2009 Finally playing in the snow |
Today was the first day we've been able to take the kids out in the snow. Up until now, its been
so bitter, ridiculously cold - it hasn't been safe for them to be out. Daddy was home today, and
he's a giant child - so it was time to bundle up the munchkins for a trip into to the Great White
Hope. This has to be one of the weirdest snow experiences I've had. Because we've had
snow then ice, then snow/ice mix then super freezes...the snow might have been several
inches thick..but you didn't sink in. Seriously...it was cracker crazy. I am not, I repeat not a
fleet-footed lightweight. I'm rather more elephantine in nature and stature. And yet, even I was
walking across the surface of the snow - as if I'd suddenly either developed an affinity with
water sprites, or recently acquired a worship-worthy talent. The absurdity of it was enthralling.
I managed to separate myself from my intrigue, long enough to take about a zillion pictures. In
the retina-burning brightness of sun-on-snow reflections, I had no idea if any of them were
worth a hoot - until I returned to the safety and ocular comfort of my happy little domicile. I'm
pleased as punch to report that quite a few of my attempts were fruitful.
I documented the endless snow battles between an oversized man-child and his progeny, and
their cooperative efforts to build "the best snowman ever! I captured a 10 point take down of a
teenager, and the "ha-ee" prowess of would-be future Blue Jacket. I must say...I'm rather
happy with my shutter buggy self.
If you need a grin, or simply having nothing better to do with your time...I hope you enjoy the
pics. We certainly enjoyed making them!
so bitter, ridiculously cold - it hasn't been safe for them to be out. Daddy was home today, and
he's a giant child - so it was time to bundle up the munchkins for a trip into to the Great White
Hope. This has to be one of the weirdest snow experiences I've had. Because we've had
snow then ice, then snow/ice mix then super freezes...the snow might have been several
inches thick..but you didn't sink in. Seriously...it was cracker crazy. I am not, I repeat not a
fleet-footed lightweight. I'm rather more elephantine in nature and stature. And yet, even I was
walking across the surface of the snow - as if I'd suddenly either developed an affinity with
water sprites, or recently acquired a worship-worthy talent. The absurdity of it was enthralling.
I managed to separate myself from my intrigue, long enough to take about a zillion pictures. In
the retina-burning brightness of sun-on-snow reflections, I had no idea if any of them were
worth a hoot - until I returned to the safety and ocular comfort of my happy little domicile. I'm
pleased as punch to report that quite a few of my attempts were fruitful.
I documented the endless snow battles between an oversized man-child and his progeny, and
their cooperative efforts to build "the best snowman ever! I captured a 10 point take down of a
teenager, and the "ha-ee" prowess of would-be future Blue Jacket. I must say...I'm rather
happy with my shutter buggy self.
If you need a grin, or simply having nothing better to do with your time...I hope you enjoy the
pics. We certainly enjoyed making them!
| On the way out - smooth snow, dry bodies |
| The battle begins! |
| Don't worry, there's more where that came from... |
| Missed! |
| Gotcha! |
| Look at the mid-air snowballs in front of the tree |
| Best hockey snowman, ever! He's got crazy hair, missing teeth, and a crooked nose.. |
| Hockey Anam! |
| Hope you enjoyed our Snow Day! |
