Monday, December 13, 2010

The snow is really here!

Here is a picture outside our garage. Josh and Natalie have quite an operation going. They strategically placed the climbing structure so that it would provide the critical support structure for their complex tunnel system. I took the picture before a tunnel was built.

The blizzard that came through on Friday night and Saturday was in the top 10 biggest blizzards for our area. Check out the mound of snow at the end of the driveway.

Natalie bundled up and loved playing in the snow and cold. She didn't have issues with the cold. Michael and I cozied up to some good books and stickers.

Right before the storm hit, we were able to ride the Canadian Pacific Holiday train!! Choo! Choo! It was a blast! Thanks Uncle Jim! Below is a picture right before we were about to board the train in LaCrosse.



Off to Winona! We had an hour ride along the Mississippi River. We had lots of candy canes and hot cocoa. The kids got to color pictures and hang them on the windows. Below is a picture of Natalie, Michael and Lizzie looking out the window. Santa was on-board!!! It was quite a treat to see him!!!
Here is a picture in front of the train when we arrived in Winona. At night, the train is awesome! I don't have a good picture of the train at night, however, if you are interested, look up the Canadian Pacific holiday train on-line.
To finish up the busy day, we had pizza in Winona and enjoyed countless rounds of "Ring a Round the Rosy" with Grammi Barb.


We hope you are staying warm! Hugs and kisses to everyone reading this!