old man winter

Old man winter is back!

We had a hairy drive home yesterday from the northern part of our state.  We spent the weekend at a lodge of sorts and hadn't anticipated the early arrival of wintry weather.  When we left at noon, the sleet was pelting us with sharp icy crystals that then stuck to the roads, making for an icy mess of a ride home.

Despite the swift arrival of an arctic front, the kids had a grand time at an indoor water-park and hotel. 

 What could be more fun in the middle of winter than strapping on a swimsuit and playing in the water with your siblings and cousins all day?  It was a fun little weekend getaway with family.

These little campers were captivated by bunk-beds in our room and the woodsy theme of the place.  A second TV in their little hideaway was the perfect touch.

Breakfast in the top bunk with your sister while watching cartoons was probably the best treat.  

This fairly new wave of hotel chains that have lots of activities for children and families within the confines of their property is pretty neat.  They won me over with a good cup of joe and a large fireplace overlooking the water-park madness.