Thursday, April 23, 2009

slushy.

When its 60 degrees and you're applying sunscreen before you've even hit the mountain, indications are clear that its going to be a superb day.


Then when you hop into the long line to purchase a lift ticket and some jolly fellow approaches you out of nowhere and says, "Have a great day." and at the same time hands you a complimentary all-day lift ticket, indications are clear that the day just got even better. And I hugged him.


Sunday was closing day at Steven's Pass. I hadn't been snowboarding since January. Since before the unfortunate ankle incident. I had the best day. Sunny and warm. People dressed in all kinds of crazy shit. An overall attitude of lightness and fun just cruising down the runs. And Tyson in 80's wear! Sweet sweater...





Lift lines were somewhat non-existent and I think the closing day festivities such as the "pond skim" - where people charge down the hill in hopes of skimming across the water unscathed - were keeping people off the slopes and in the bar.



Sipping our closing day beers

4 comments:

Jora said...

Glad to see you on your snow boots again!!

hales02 said...

jealousy.

jhoran403 said...

argh!!! jealousy doesn't even begin to convey my feelings after looking at those photos...I want to hangout with all you crazy kids! soon...soon

Unknown said...

wow those mountains look incredible. So does that hunk in the orange glasses you are toting around...