When we arrived, there was a dusting of snow - just enough for some sledding! We headed out early on Christmas Eve morning to take advantage of what snow there was before the sun melted it all away. :( We started out on a "bunny slope" which was so very exciting for the little man.
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And then headed for the bigger hill which required a parental assist to avoid crashing.
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Isaac enjoyed a leisurely Christmas morning - reading the comics and having a light breakfast before KACO arrived for the big feast and present opening.
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The cousins on Christmas morning: before the presents were opened.
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The Hauge family
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The next day we bundled up for a cold and windy hike at Willow Falls State Park.
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Unfortunately, the trail down to the falls was too treacherous so instead we drove down to the lake to play on the ice. Only one slip by Isaac - he thought the ice was pretty neat!
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We met an ice fisherman who showed Isaac his gear and fresh catch.
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All bundled up but still having fun!
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That evening, Isaac decorated sugar cookies - an art form that requires some serious concentration
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They were delicious!
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and the sugar provided ample energy for some couch jumping!
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Run! Your shadow is chasing you!
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Our last full day in Minnesota was spent at Como Zoo. I really wanted to see the newly remodeled polar bear exhibit. This guy weighs 1000 lbs!!
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Isaac loves his new monkey hat from his great Aunt Jo. (I think it's pretty cute too).
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As usual, it was sad to say goodbye. Thanks for everything Mom & Dad! Isaac sure misses his Gramma & Grampa. We can't wait for our next Hauge Christmas in 2013!
Merry Christmas!
