Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Sledding

We were delighted to see so much snow when we got to Utah. The kids were anxious to go sledding. There are so many places to go so we ventured out this morning. We learned a few lessons. First we picked a hill too small, then we picked a hill too big. Aidan showed no fear and was the first to go down this steep hill all by himself. It wasn't a good idea. The run he chose was icy and he spun around twice and then fell off and rolled down the rest of the hill. He started crying and then stomped off. I reluctantly jumped on a sled with Lacey to rescue Aidan. We were a little more successfull since I used my HIGH HEELED boots (yeah it is all I had) as breaks to slow us down. Lacey and I screamed the whole way. LOUD! I was able to talk Aidan into trying the hill again with me. We marched up the hill, in my high heels mind you, to try again. So Aidan and I then went and he laughed and screamed the whole way. He liked sledding again. The kids each had turns with me or with grandpa and Aidan even went again himself after some good training from his momma. Cassidy went down the little hills but wasn't allowed on the big one. It was so fun. Cold, wet, exhausting but fun!

5 comments:

Karen said...

Excuse me? When did Aidan lose his TWO FRONT TEETH? That is a big deal. I can't believe I had no idea. I'm a horrible aunt.

Susan said...

What a great time that was!! Aiden and Lacey learned a lot about being brave and a TON about having fun! Poor Tiffany...What were you thinking just being in high heeled boots. Can't wait for the other Carter crew to have that snowy experience.

analee hirschi said...

I miss playing with you. I am glad that you had so much fun. I miss you during Christmas, snuggling together downstairs Christmas eve, not really wanting to fall asleep and seeing if we can hear footsteps upstairs... sure miss you

Alexis said...

I'm glad you are enjoying the snow. I can't believe you did it in high heels. Enjoy, I'm missing you. But I'm glad that you guys are having some good family time and that Ryan doesn't have to work.

Melinda said...

I'm glad you did all the experimenting so when we came you all knew right where to go.