We spent the weekend in Ely, NV (pictures and details to come later, as soon as the pictures are emailed to me). On Saturday, we went to Cave Lake to see snow sculptures. The lake is completely frozen over. We spent about an hour and half walking around on ice. Even with Jaron carrying and chasing Kaden around, no one was injured. Sure, kids fell, and of course Garth and Ashley had to play "Chicken," but there were no injuries.
Next we headed to the train depot. It was the Nevada Northern's (a steam engine) 100th birthday. Since Kaden loves trains, we thought it would be lots of fun for him to see the real thing in action. Well, it was icy, but we were trying to be careful. Again, Jaron carried Kaden around most of the time so he didn't fall on the ice or run onto the tracks. They did good for a little while, but as we were walking, Jaron slipped. He was holding Kaden, and protected him really well. Unfortunately, Jaron landed on his back, and hurt it pretty good. He was doing a little better yesterday, but he's home with Kaden today, so we'll see how that goes!
So, how is it that we can safely run around on a frozen lake for over an hour, but we can't look at a train without falling?
p.s. This is Jaron's 3rd injury of the winter season. I think it's time for him to be locked in a round padded room. Ok, maybe not. He at least shouldn't be allowed to use knives or go near ice.
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