24 on 24

We celebrated our 24th wedding anniversary on February 25 this year due to me traveling. Marshall had purchased all the necessary things for a wonderful meal - filet mignon, scallops, lobster tail, mashed potatoes and asparagus. While we cooked, Tanner worked on his senior project which he is working very hard on. 

I can't think of a more perfect way to celebrate – cooking and our new kitchen together while our senior son is there. 

Senior Weekends

Friday night basketball. Saturday skiing. Sunday Ultimate. Senior weekend. 

Sister Weekend in MSP

 It was a wonderful weekend in Minneapolis with my sisters. We switched it up this year due to busy schedules and stayed in Minneapolis to limit the driving and maximize the time together. 

We enjoyed the rooftop bar, outdoor rooftop hot tub/sauna, yummy food, games and just time together. We didn't finish last in trivia, we had our annual JK3 meeting and we got pedicures for Jaima's birthday. We packed a lot in over the weekend, but the time was not hurried and it is always good to connect in person. 

It was chilly on Friday, but was temperate for our exploring of the North Loop on Saturday and Sunday. 

Brux

A few days in Brussels with Uncle Matt. Not many details, but a couple pics from Matt. 

Powder for Days

While we were in Winter Park, it snowed almost continuously for three days. The mountain clicked 29 inches in 72 hours - all while we were there. That meant we were skiing while it was snowing every day except Tuesday and even then, there were snow showers. 

On Monday, we were skiing in knee deep powder on blue runs after 1:00 in the afternoon. And on Tuesday, we were skiing in thigh high powder off of the Panoramic lift as it was closed all day Monday. It was absolutely incredible. 

We skied for about three hours each day and got in some amazing runs each day. It is not often you are going down the slopes and just hear people giggling as they go down the slopes. It is also not often you are the only one on the run and taking it all in. 

The drive home was quick and easy - what a treat! The extra day off really made this feel like an extended vacation and to wrap it up having Tanner encourage me to make my own tracks is something I won't soon forget. 

Moose in a Winter Wonderland

Our first couple days on the mountain were marked by moose sightings, lots of snow, hot tubbing and relaxing. 

The Ikon app helped us avoid long lines and we were able to maximize the time on the mountain. We also had great parking thanks to Alana's aunt. Because of all the snow, we tried out some more difficult runs and explored different parts of the mountain. 

Our condo is great and we've enjoyed our time away. Tanner has enjoyed getting out on the slopes, but still has been willing to do a few runs with us. How fortunate we are to be able to ski together as a family. 

Munchen

 A couple days in Munich to start out spring break. Cold, but pretty stunning. 

Valentine's Day

A low key holiday in our house, but I received some lovely flowers and chocolates. 

Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg

A long weekend, bus adventure to Austria and Hungary. A couple shots of the adventure thanks to Drake sharing some pics. Like me, he really liked Budapest.