Snow Giants
Christine January 2nd, 2010
After my accident last ski season (you might remember – I got smacked hard by a big, burly, out of control snowboarder who hit me full on and cracked my sternum) I honestly had a rougher time New Year’s Eve day getting back on the slopes than I did during the follow-up trip about a month after the accident. I was nervous which was not like me, but I had never had an accident which equaled the one last February either. I was in pain for quite a while. So, gingerly I took my first ski step this season and launched into the New Year.
Ah, the moment I got on the lift and looked out over the many mountainous layers of snow-covered peaks, I thought – this is totally worth the risk. To witness the season of snow from the mountain top is a privilege and joy of which I never tire. You can nearly touch God’s hand standing here in the snow on top of the world. This photo is in honor of trees and the white snow giants they become in the winter.
How many tons of snow do you think these trees hold in their arms? The landscape is transformed by silent white sentries of peace and repose. Our son Ian took this photo as he stood looking west into Idaho with the Coolpix camera. Ok, enough of this gawking at the scenery! Cowabunga! More tomorrow….
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Looks like a load of snow there – more than we have at this point in Breckenridge.
This is a world I will never see. I would never tire of looking at it either. I hope you have a better ski season this year. No accidents.
Oh my … how beautiful! Of course I’d need to don a jacket (parka?) and shoes (boots?) to appreciate being there in person, right? Your world is soooooo different from mine
Looking forward to learning more about your snow adventure as you find time to share.
Hugs and blessings,
And you were worrried about snow before you left? I agree, it is grand scenery, and enough to make you feel awe.
I have a question from Ian’s shot. Why, with all that open space in the middle, have people aimed at that tree on the left??
Sandy, good observation about the ski trails thru’ the pines… tree skiing is very popular especially among folks who use blades or who snowboard. Alasdair actually prefers the powder in the trees to the groomed trails.
It’s gorgeous, enjoy and be a little safe.
Looking at the scenery in the last photo, made me wish it was like a “scratch and sniff”. I love the smell of the cold air after a snow.
I liked what you said about forgetting your fear once you saw the view. The stillness of the air with snow all around truly is a peace-full sensation.
Congratulations on your courage to move forward and ski again!
Christine, my only question is… when can I come visit? LOL. I wish there was some way to convey how awesome your photos are… and your fantastic description. It’s like peeking through the looking glass… Like dreaming and not wanting to wake up. Congrats on being so brave and nearly touching God’s hand. Methinks you were right there in his arms…
Dear Christine–
So glad you’re getting back on that ‘bucking horse’…ride em, cowgirl!
This is spectacular…love the dense snowfall there!
That last photo is amazing! Glad your courage to ‘get back on the bike’ paid off. Happy flying Christine!
I am glad you had the gumption to try again after that horrible accident. And I am especially glad you enjoyed it. You sure did treat us to some utterly gorgeous photos.
Wow, so much snow!
You are definitely brave.
Sounds like a lot of fun, and that scenery is amazing. Looks so serene and quiet.