So, nonetheless, I'm back. I went away skiing last weekend at Hunter Mountain in New York and it was the perfect weekend getaway. Just what I needed. Jimmy and I went away with two others, left the kiddos with the grandparents, and we really had a blast. Looking back at the whole weekend, I realize that there are a lot of things that I learned over the weekend. So here it is:
What I Learned at Hunter Mountain (and on the way there):
1. Mad Libs are hilarious fun for adults. (thanks M.D.)
- Seriously, if you are going on an extended car trip, break out the Mad Libs. There is even an App, which is what we used. I was brought to tears from laughter at the crazy stories we created.
2. Reminiscing about 80's culture is not only entertaining, but may make you realize that you've been saying the name of a popular children's toy talking bear wrong for 20+ years.
- It's always fun to go back in time and think about all the great commercials, board games, cartoons, TV shows, and other 80's culture. It becomes even more fun when someone says they remember playing with "Teddy Rubskin," and have no idea they are pronouncing the name wrong over and over again. This person shall remain nameless but will never live that one down.
3. I'm old.
- So I haven't skied in two years and it is just like riding a bike, you don't forget how to do it. I don't think I was terrible and I even got the nerve to go down a black diamond and actually enjoyed it. However, after a morning full of skiing and a full belly, my next run down a black diamond, so appropriately named "Hell," was just that, hell. Not only did I have a panic attack when I reached a steep part, but I lost use of my legs because I was so exhausted that I literally felt like my legs were jelly. I thought I was going to seriously injure myself on that run. I definitely felt old and out of shape!
4. There's some great food near Hunter.
- Pancho Villa's in Tannersville has an incredible salsa (we even took some to take home).
- Last Chance Cheese Antiques Cafe is a great for cheese and a variety of beers.
- Maggie's Krooked Cafe & Juice Bar has an AMAZING breakfast. This place NEEDS to be on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.
5. Rip Van Winkle lives!
- There are 60 statues of Rip around the area. Enough said.
So, when you follow the mountain rules, (and add in some good eats, drinks, friends, and laughs) you're bound to have a great trip!
This.Is.Great.!!! I loved reading this! If you don't mind, I shall add to the weekend memories:
ReplyDelete~The person "who remains nameless" also thought Rip Van Winkle's name was Rick...but nothing will ever top Teddy Rubskin.
~Starting a fire is not as easy as it seems, even hairspray and paper towels could not get the flame-retardant logs that Irene sold to ignite.
~Cumberland farms does not actually give logs away, in fact, they don't give anything away, so you better go back to where you came from and ask someone else, lol
~STRATE is the name of a board game...(well, actually its Strageo, but who cares. We like Strate better)
~JFK was reckless in his youth. And he had a lot of hamburger meat on his chest.
~Pancho is pronounced PONCHO. And he makes one hell of a stiff margarita.
~It's a good idea to ski down either Hellgate or Cliff with zero visibility. Thats right. Snow, fog, super steep hills, who cares. Just close your eyes and ski...bc you can't see anyway.
~The shortest distance between two points is NOT a straight line. Its a winding road full of ice, moose crossings, deer crossings, falling rocks, Sasquatch, and 90 degree turns.
~Supermodels usually just order spinach for breakfast, and then they are often spotted hours later at rest stops purging it back up.
~Einstein did not live in Princeton, no matter what Jimmy and the tourists think.
~Panera has a study room in the rear of the Princeton location, just in case you'd like to learn about Moles or play thumb-wars with your dad.
So, overall, I think that our trip was not only a much needed hilarious getaway, but also very educational!! We are all a little smarter because of it :)
YESSS!!!! Great additions!
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