Shay's 3rd and Alyssa's 1st Ski Race

Both girls were able to compete in the annual Loppet held downtown Minneapolis.   Shay was pretty excited, and liked skiing next to her friend Owen.  Lyssa was not a big fan of the race until the last 10-20 yards where she could see the finish- she was a big fan of the hot chocolate and cookies given to them for finishing the race though.  Some of the grandparents were able to cheer our little skiers on.  We are looking forward to next year, and hope to someday ski as a family in the night luminary ski/race.


How many adults does it take to get the kids ready?



Shay is ready to go!


 How Lyssa completed most of the race...


Owen and Evan



This was a common occurence for both 4 year olds


Shay's interview (broadcast so all spectators/racers could hear)


Lyssa still isn't sure about all of this racing stuff


No problem having fun with Grandma Stacy after the race


Loving the hot chocolate


Yeah- a decent pic of our family with everyone looking!


Showing off their medals with Grandpa and Grandma



The racers- Lyssa (2), Anders (2), Owen (4), Shay (4)