I finally have a pair of cross-country skis. One step closer to being a real Minnesotan. (Ice fishing next year?) We went out as a family on Tuesday, after our first real snow, and then I went again on Thursday morning on my own. It’s a short, easy trail at Highland golf course, but I’m an unsteady amateur, so it’s exactly what I need.

Beginners at work.

Skiers in action.

Maggie actually has some skis from a garage sale, but can’t make it on a real trail yet.

Arrived shortly after sunrise.

Like that spray tan? (Actually, just wind and exertion on a very cold morning.)