Snow Storm 2008

I was not expecting to see snow on Vashon - but here it is! All 4-5 inches of it and more is on the way! The ferries ran throughout the storm, which at times was like a blizzard. Gusting winds swirled enormous flakes in all directions. We ventured out, saucers in hand, to conquer Cowan Road. Two young children were already there with their parents. They were starting about 1/4 of the way up the hill. We headed to the top. Our first run was a fit of stops and starts. The first blast was fast and totally out of control and Anthony ended up plowing through our neighbors garbage and recycling which had not been picked up by the garbage man. He relaunched and quickly ended up on the other side of the road, heading for a mailbox. It reminded me of my bowling game. Each turn the mighty ball thrown with the best of intentions: a fast swoosh down the middle of the lane in hopes of scoring a perfect strike. But inevitably we veered towards one side or the other - yet another gutter ball. I had not saucered in a long time and I am so glad we did it. Totally out of control, screaming and laughing the whole way down, we had so much fun. Back inside we brewed up some super chocolaty hot cocoa complete with extra large marshmallows and sat by the fire - ahhh.