January 2026

January started out great with awesome ski weather. The boys had the whole week off before they headed back to school so we were able to hang out and go skiing together and also the two big boys taught Harkin and Izzy how to snowboard.

Then the deep freeze set in and wild weather at Jay. Every time we had the chance to ski it was negative temps with crazy windchills. Izzy and Harkin had to brave it a few times with their team but I have no desire anymore to go when it is that cold. 

So we have been busy at home, trying to keep the pipes from freezing.  We did have a week with no shower since there was a huge hunk of ice in the pipes and it took us a bit to figure out where it was and defrost it. That was fun😂

Hoping February brings a bit warmer temps.

sunday

 A day at home, knitting, cleaning, gathering wood, and getting a surprise basket from our neighbors.

first fire

First fire of the season was lit today. It was a perfect day for it, cool and damp outside and lazy day inside. 

Adi has her favorite spot back.

birthday fun

 William was in PA for his birthday so we made a quick trip down to see him. We got there just in time to watch his game and then we had a late night dinner, hence opening presents in the parking garage as there really wasn't any other place. It was fun to see him and can't believe my sweet baby is 22 already. Such a wonderful young man. So proud of the man he has become. 

water days

 This week had some more hot days and we were able to get to the lake and pool to keep cool. Enjoying summer days!

fishing festival

Izzy and I attended a local fishing festival. They had different learning stations where she learn about specific fish, do a craft, learn to tie knots and cast a fishing rod. She was very into all of it. She then had the opportunity to fish for awhile. She did not catch anything that day but on our way out they gave her a brand new fishing pole since sha had spent the whole day there. Her luck is still with her. Now we have to find some places to go fishing.
 

lake day

 We spent this ridiculously hot day,  95 degrees,  at one of Vermont's beautiful state parks. Thank goodness for friends with boats and toys. The kids spent the afternoon on the boat taking turns in this awesome tube. They had a blast and were very suntanned and tired by the time we got home tonight.

Good summer fun.