After an early start we sluggishly organized the troupes and managed to find their ski school instructors et al at a local hill called Les Planards. It was chaotic as usual on the first day - moreso here as organization seemed to be fairly loose and our French isn't great. Aidan and Cole seemed to remember their ski legs pretty quick and were slotted into a group with a French speaking instructor and other kids - so if they don't learn much skiing they might pick up some French, mais no? Piper wasn't so sure - joining the chorus of the other 3 year old who wanted their mommy. She seemed to get into it once we were out of sight though. Jen, Cindy, Mormor and I ventured to the end of the valley to a ski operation called Le Tour. It was a little skied out but we were just taking it easy on the first day anyway - didn't want to break a rib or anything like that. The mountain crosses the border into Switzerland at its furthest lift so we naturally had to do so - no stamp in the passport though and if the truth be known - it was a bit icy there! Aidan and Cole joined us for lunch and skied with us for the latter half of the day. Some difficulties with the Pommell Lifts ( like a T-bar but with a round seat/anchor instead of a T which goes through your legs and pulls you up the hill) - eventually lead us back to the main chairlift and a few runs before the end of the day. No injuries and a genuine good time had by all. We ended up at a Japanese restaurant for dinner - how untraditional I know - but sushi is sushi! For dessert we wandered around the central township of shops and found a creperie in which to indulge! The conference starts today and we're off for Fondue ( more traditional) tonight. Haven't chosen where to go today but will soon get it sorted with all the logistics of the day. Au revior pour maintenant!
Hello Wade et al
ReplyDeleteBonjour! It sounds like you are enjoying the beauty of France and familie..It often pays to have suffered over the trip in getting there.
We are off next Sunday to Mexico for a week of sun and visiting with Fraser and Bev Stewart. Marklunds got back last Monday after spending a week in Cuba. They enjoyed the primitive old city of Havana.
We are now in the count down to the Olympics and getting our homes decorated with red and white. The torch arrives in Richmond on February 9th..in fact in Steveston.
We are planning to replace our roof this spring as the wind and racoons have made it necessary to do.
As well, we are planning to replace the motorhome as I think we are both going to work less and play more.
Craig is working hard and getting ready for his new wood flooring. He made a decision last week on the type and color.
At our next family get together in March we are organizing a Bonspiel. We have 2 sheets of ice and 16 players.. with a dinner and prizes back here..it will be a mini Olympics. Fosters are joining us.
Hope you all ski safely and keep from hurting yourselves..
Auvoir
Love Mom and Dad xoxox