Leprechaun Trap

Along with another St Patrick's Day, comes another Leprechaun trap. This years trap used a one way trap door, slippery surfaces, "invisible" ceiling, and a sticky mixture of green paint, glue, glitter, and molasses. We didn't end up catching the little red headed trickster, but we did find his boots in the sticky mix and his vest stuck to a piece of tape. Next year we'll get him!

vest and boots

A nice day for a bike ride

We've had a string of sunny warm days in the Adirondacks. Unfortunately, the snow is melting fast which means ski season is almost over. However, we're able to get on our bikes. Griffin had no problem handling his mountain bike ~ only one minor wipeout. This was Ruby's first time riding at adult walking speed. She did very well! She is sad that she no longer fits on her Barbie bike and has to use Griffin's black bike. But she looks cute in her new helmet and its all about looking cute - isn't it??

Dewey Mtn Day 2010

This past Saturday Dewey Mountain held it's annual Dewey Mountain Day, a day of fun and games on ski for kids. This year we were so excited to be able to have Billy Demong, Olympic Nordic Combined gold and silver medalist from Saranac Lake, & Haley Johnson, Olympic Biathlete from Lake Placid, join us at Dewey for our celebration. What can I say besides it was an incredible day and a great experience for our kids.

Noa & Griffin looking good after their race -

Griffin placed 4th even after taking a few spills on the course.

Emma & Ruby sporting an attitude with their Olympic autographed hats.

Haley Johnson, Griff, & Ruby.

Sean, Griffin, Noa, Riley & Bill Demong (Olympic Gold medalist...did I mention that?).

If you want to see more Dewey Mtn Day photos go to the Dewey Facebook page by clicking here

SL Winter Carnival

We had a great SL Winter Carnival, complete with a visit from the Prince family (no bunnies). So what did we do?..

WINTER CARNIVAL PARADE

Griffin giving his cousin Levi some love.

WENT TO THE CARNIVAL X-C SKI RACES

Griffin and Colter checking out the hardware.

Even Ruby raced and got a medal!

Ruby, Emma and Jordan after the race.

ICE CASTLE & FIRE WORKS

The tunnel in the castle is a big hit.

WE LOVE WINTER CARNIVAL!!

Winter Fun

Griffin's school concert

Griffin is in the top right corner with the striped shirt.




Griffin and Ruby striking a pose in G's classroom after the concert.

Merry Christmas

Ruby's Recital

Ruby's ballet class held a small holiday "open house" for parents. We were dazzled by the girls' moves and special holiday routine. Ms. Melissa is the sweetest, kindest dance teacher - as you can see by how the girls watch her every move. The girl in the rainbow skirt is Ruby's good friend from school (and our neighbor two doors down), Sydney. Love the poka-dots girl!!