A Snowy Adventure

Although we live in sunny California, there has been a distinct chill in the air for the past few days. Yesterday afternoon, Brett called home and asked if we wanted to go on an adventure after school. From his classroom, he could see that there was a lot of snow in our local mountains. So, we packed the girls into Brett's new truck and drove about 30 minutes up the mountain. This is what we saw when we got to the top.

It was so beautful. Up there, we met up with Brett's friend and colleague Chris and two of his children. Quickly a snowball fight ensued.

We only stayed about half an hour since that was about all our girls could handle. Lucie was exhausted (she didn't have a nap all day) and a little freaked out by the snow. I don't think she cracked a smile the entire time.

Ella enjoyed seeing the snow but once the coldness set in her attitude changed. She is much like her momma -- when she gets cold, she gets grumpy. And unfortunately, we are lacking in snow-appropriate gear. Ella doesn't have snow boots or even rainboots so her shoes and ankles were soaking within minutes. At that point, she really wanted Daddy to hold her...and soon after that she started to ask about when we would be going home.

All in all, it was a fun adventure...and a lesson for me. I seriously need to find some cold-weather gear for Ella! She's set to go to the UK with Brett during spring break and that adventure could be pretty miserable if she gets too cold. So, now my search begins for some waterproof shoes, a warm coat and gloves that actually fit!