Wisconsin rollercoaster

Last week the sun rose high -
melted off our accumulation of feet of snow...

and afforded us the joy of getting outside
for some much-needed fresh air and exercise!

I got to try out my new skateboard that Santa brought me
(actually outside on real pavement vs. this inside nonsense
mom keeps encouraging me to do!)and Elijah loved to be able to move without the
snowpants, boots, mittens, etc.

(mom said hat was still a must - wind was chilly!)

However, as a native of WI, you have to learn to
"ride the ride"....

So, as with rollercoasters- what goes up (temperatures)
will go down (temperature)...

bringing more snow and chill.

do not be disheartened though -
we are enjoying it nonetheless!

all it takes is a sled, a sister....a little yard elevation

(some courage)

and the result .... giggles all around!

For now, we will enjoy the thrill of the ride -

but will also look forward to getting off
and staying "level" come spring!