Ice dancing @ the Summit

By Chris Turner -
With the Virginia Turners living in Eagle for the week, Tiffani thought it a good idea to all get together and skate, considering that we couldn't go sledding due to the weather.


Jeff in a better moment.

Jeff in the rest of his (brief) skating moments.


Jeff, snow covered.


The pure joys of exercise show on one's face.


Exercise joys continued.


Sophia getting a ride around with the help of a banquet chair.


Get this young lady on the Olympic training program.


Time for a break.


Wheeee.


Who let the clumsy lug out there?


Comparing notes.


The hug series of photos.


Hugs part deux.


Hugs completed.


More break time.


Noting the writing on the balcony over my shoulder, didn't Jeff say there was beer here?


Skating is good.


Skating is graceful...


just ask Jeff.

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