Winter Travels

I've been remiss (again) in posting about my travels. And this is the second time this week that I will attempt to post... Blogger and our satellite internet didn't want to play nice earlier in the week. Let's see... I was in Saskatoon for a few days, then flew to Toronto for a few more days, and then... the best part of the 10 days away, 3 days in Panorama!In lieu of birthday and Christmas presents, my parents decided we would take a family vacation (the first in over 10 years), and figured a whole weekend of skiing and other winter outdoor activities was perfect. My grandparents (dad side) even decided to come out for a couple days, which was so great.
Saturday was our skiing day. We started on a few easier hills, but it didn't take long to get our ski legs back (stiff as they were the next day). Half way through the day, we met up with friends/cousins and skiied with them the rest of the day. The one had just had surgery 4 months before. totally impressed and glad to see her on the hill.
Sunday was an 8km (round trip) snowshoe trek up a mountain. It was such a beautiful day. By the time we reached the little cabin atop the mountain (our goal), we were peeling off all sorts of layers. And quickly putting them back on when we took a break. Ok... I was the only one peeling and relayering. Everyone else wore a sensible number of clothes on the trek.
Monday was a 14hour trip home, fraught with Calgary traffic, fog and even a little freezing drizzle. gong show. But such a good trip!