Weekend winter fun!

We decided to make another attempt at taking the kids out cross country skiing/snowshoeing this year. So Saturday we loaded up and headed out to Idaho City. When we got there we definitely didn't worry about there being enough snow....

When we saw this we knew were in for a good time :) After taking about 20 minutes (or more) to get everyone geared up in their snow gear we hit the trail..... kind of...

It really was mostly like how this picture is. Every few minutes the kids wanted to switch from skis to snowshoes, or Lydia would want in and out of the sled, or one of the kids would take a spill. Then right when we thought all was well, Savannah had to go to the bathroom of course! She let me know that "next time" she won't wear the backpack with the water bladder. So Savannah and I quickly headed back to the parking lot (and outhouse) while the others slowly made their way back. Let's just say we were grateful to have Grandma and Grandpa Malan with us. Considering that we were making this trip with 4 small children, we really had a great time. My kids truly just loved every minute of it.

This time around Abe was happy to ride on Dan's shoulders. Note: The sore on Abe's face was from a brawl in the playroom with Lydia- she won, he wasn't in a position get her with his teeth (his only defense).

Paige giving the snowshoes a try with Grandma Malan.

Paige with Grandpa Malan.

This is the first year Lydia tried snow shoes. They didn't stay on too long, they were a little too wide making her trip a bit, but she was a sport and loved the snow as evidenced by the next picture.


Back at the car Savannah and Lydia had Dan set them up on this 5 foot embankment. They had fun throwing snowballs.... until Lydia dove off. Thank goodness for soft fluffy snow. Oh what memories....