2009.99 x-country

So 2009 is almost up, hope it has been a good one for you. This year-end is again in the hills with the snow. White Christmas seems more christmassy... the stomach will need a holiday.

There actually isn't that much snow around, nevertheless the little-in-laws put on their tights and took in some cross country skiing. So what does cross country look like? It could be graceful or fluid. It sure requires technique, and a little muscle. When you're at it, it feels like you heart is tying to escape your chest. The nose is burning cold, but the rest of you is burning hot. It can feel a little off balance (if you're  a beginner like me), but if you know what you're doing, it looks effortless. Unless you're racing, then it seems effortful. Since I'm normally not looking around, and following those more skillful, to me this is what cross country looks like, skaters in the snow:

When one is able to stop and take in the lovely views, one realises it a great way to get around in the white hills.

Wishing you a great 1% of the 2009 that remains, and a wonderful year ahead. I hope it is more than just head down, and it is you who will leave the criss-crosses.