Egypt, Snow and Ice

Egypt's 1st Snow Experiences

Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin

March 2013

Egypt was asking to see and play in snow since winter began. I'm not sure what planted the idea in her head, but every few days she would ask if I would take her. I was worried that we would get somewhere and she would spend 30 seconds in real cold and snow and be done. I decided to take Egypt with Kellisa and myself for a long weekend in Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin. Egypt wanted snow, so I was going to give her snow!

We flew direct from Orlando to Minneapolis. Egypt riding the tram in Orlando:

Looking for snow:

Egypt sees snow:

Thanking the passengers for flying Southwest:

The first sight of snow was outside the car rental facility. I can't even describe how excited Egypt was as she went running:

I think this smile says it all:

Sledding for the first time on frozen Lake Rainy (Voyageurs National Park, MN):

"Daddy, I Love You" said Egypt as I was pulling her across the ice. It was the best energy boost!

Run on Water (Bayfield, WI):

After 2 1/2 miles, Egypt yelled out, "You're the best dad ever"! Again, a great natural energy boost at the perfect time.

Determined to climb a snow hill (Bayfield, WI):

A break in climbing to throw a snowball at dad:

Back to the climb:

Egypt is determined to make the top, even after she lost her sock and boot:

Her reward for the successful climb- a treat of pure Lake Superior snow:

Shoveling in the hotel parking lot (Minneapolis, MN):

Very happily brushing off the rental van (Minneapolis, MN):

Egypt never once complained. She loved every second of her weekend in the far north. I think she might be part polar bear and/or viking. She is ready to go back. I think this might be an annual trip. Hopefully we can stay a little longer next year.