As we were taking some Christmas photos of Ella we found out she was more interested in the cases of Fat Cat I had sitting in the corner. Getting kind of scary how much alike we are

Tools……

and more important tools.

 Cuvee Des Trolls

The first event we took in was the polar bear plunge. Many a brave soul climbed down the rocky embankment to throw themselves into the frigid Lake Superior water. Had I remembered to have brought my Speedo I would have jumped right in.

“Instructions and advice” are given out as everyone gets ready to head for the “beach”.

Plungers head down the rocky embankment to the shores of Lake Superior.

The first to take the plunge.

The master of ceremonies.

“How was it?”

“Awesome!”

None took their time to dilly dally.

Mom, Dad and Laura watch from above.

My brother bringing gifts of beer and pretzels.

Next up was the stein race.  A couple approached us and asked if any of us wanted to be the fourth person on their team.  I quickly volunteered Laura, who just happened to not be standing there at the moment   The first leg of the raced involved using a wheelchair to transport your beer without touching the mug.  The second stage then involved having someone push you in the wheelchair (this time while holding the beer).

The last leg of the race involved walking two beers while having your legs taped to your partner, Here is Laura making sure not to spill any.

Steins being measured.  Every inch of beer spilled cost your team on minute.

And the verdict?  Laura’s team won!  She received a really nice warm hooded sweatshirt.  Make sure to note the sore losers (last year’s champions) in the background haha.