new mexico-day 6

How beautiful is this view right outside our cabin? To say that the kids were eager to get out and explore on day 6 would be an understatement!

Morning highlights included playtime with the cats, snow angels, exploring the grounds, and scoping out the sledding options. 

I asked Kevin if he wanted to remove his neck warmer for the pic and he did not, so we'll always remember how freezing it was, haha. 

One of my favorite moments was laying down in the snow and watching the clouds go by.  Random fact: I love when you can actually see the clouds move, especially when there are multiple formations moving in opposite directions. 

This kid was cracking me up with his endless energy and total excitement for the fluffier snow. He just couldn't help himself. 

Had to get a picture of Colby outside our cabin...

Next up: sledding!  I loved listening to their squeals and laughter. 

Snowball fights were not easy since the snow was hard to pack, but we sure had fun trying :)

Then Kevin had the idea of building a snow fort using our two sleds.  We packed that snow all around, then each took turns trying to shimmy inside.  

More sledding while Kev and I supervised in the snow.  The sun was shining and it was actually quite relaxing to lay there in the snow and just watch the kids play together. 

The most hilarious moment of the day was when we did the Snow Face challenge, haha.  I had seen videos of people doing it and thought it would be good for a laugh :)

Kevin

Katie

Brooke

Colby

We went inside to warm up and I thoroughly enjoyed the mid-day snuggles with Kevin. 

Have I mentioned how much the kids loved these cats?  Kevin, on the other hand, not so much! And they wouldn't leave him alone as he grilled steaks for lunch.  The kids did a decent job of distracting them, but as soon as we sat down to eat, it was a constant game of defense. 

One random pic of our Tahoe at the cabin :)

Ended the day with a fire and s'mores. 

The cats would NOT leave our s'more supplies alone, so Kevin eventually shoed one of the cats away with his foot.  Brooke was sad about that, so eventually just went and sat down to cuddle the cat. 

When we were all frozen, we went inside to thaw out and head to bed!