[column width="48%" padding="2%"]Before spring really takes hold and we’re sweating, complaining about how hot it is, wanted to share this pre-wedding celebration on Mt. Hood. Rachael and Alex actually met on a ski-lift, so thought it was fitting to have a gathering with close friends and family go skiing the day before their wedding.

Joel even skied and went down the mountain (camera gear in tow) with his ski that literally broke in half at the binding. I’m coordinated-challenged, so got to tool around with a guy on a snow cat! [/column] [column width="48%" padding="2%"]Certainly enjoyed the change of scenery, and felt spoiled by the fact that within an hour from our home we can experience such diversity. Also glad to say we are now weather-tested, like a high-performance piece of outdoor gear; from 110 degrees in the desert, to 30 degrees on a snowy mountain. [/column]