Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Downstate New York

The Scandinavians have a tradition whereby after a good sauna session, they rub snow all over their bodies, before climbing back into the sauna. Hannah and I did something similar except instead of jumping out the sauna we drove 1200 miles (4000km) from Florida to Downstate New York. The reason - to visit Morgan (see Santa Cruz) and Darren who were visiting Morgan's parents.

Morgan's parents live just outside of Forestburg. The last 20 miles of the drive was so beautiful. We drive past lakes that had frozen over, dam overflows which had frozen as if they were in mid flow. Winter was in full swing. Everything was white, clean and pristine. It was truly a winter wonderland.

There was a big log fire always going inside the house which kept us cozy and warm.
We went for a beautiful walk along a trail in the woods behind their house. Every step crunched beneath our feet, the snow was falling gently, everything was white and quiet.

We only spent one night with the Kulchinsky's but it was great to meet Morgan's family and
spend time with Morgan and Darren. See these beautiful pictures...































Darren and Morgan

















Our trusty golf in the morning!















Morgan and Hannah!
















Drinking tea at the start of our trail.
















On the trail















Frozen twigs - now this is winter!















Deer on the side of the road


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