Thursday, December 10, 2009

Let it snow!!!

Well Fall just cruised right on through, here in Wisconsin. In October, we thought we may be getting winter early. We had some flurries and cold weather, which made guiding for Apex Adventure Alliance chilly. Rock climbing on cold rock isn't the most pleasant. But then November rolled around and, well, it was like a whole new fall, only without all the pretty leaves. Indian summer was right! We had September weather for the rest of the month! My last "who-raw" day of climbing was around 28 weeks (7months), and it was a good day to end on. Beautiful weather, great company, and great climbing. I probably would have kept going until the end if I had a harness that would fit!

The September-like weather stuck around until Dec 9th. We had the first major snow and it was wonderful! Full on blizzard warnings and everything! Wisconsin is now a winter wonderland, just like it should be. It's beauty reminds me why Wisconsin is so special in the first part of winter. Although, I can honestly say I miss the mountains. The windy, bitter cold after a huge storm like this is uncomfortable at best. But I am glad that there is finally snow on the ground and that winter is finally here.

Bring it on winter!







Here are some pictures from the last few months....enjoy!

Me climbing Mouses' wall (the 5.10a) at 28 weeks.
















Montana looking up at me taking a break before the crux.


























Looking out at the fall colors.



Sara K. and I.









First snow; in the back yard.
Mom getting snow off of Montana's nose while out cross country skiing.



Looking out over the Wisconsin River at Ferry Bluff.












Yep, me at 8 months....




A family of eagles went out for a joy ride right above our heads. They were simply majestic.


















Mom and Ferry Bluff.





Mom trying to get up after losing her balance.













Montana being awesome.




































































Montana under the snow burdened lilac bushes.





















YAY SNOW!!!!
Stay tuned for updates..............one more month to go.......!