practice makes perfect

Since we went skiing in the Alps our generous friend proposed us if we want to spend some weekends there again we may do so. He even gave us the flat keys. We have already chosen 2 consecutive weekends to at least unwind and get out from the normal circulation work, traffic, school, pollution and everything that is common. These videos were taken last week and this time I did not take lessons from ESF because I wanted to try the ski trail with my Papa. We went skiing practically together and I really enjoyed it because I felt like I am a professional skier. We even took the Aerial lift (remontées mécaniques) platter lift (tire fesse) rope tow (un cable en mouvement que l'on tient à la main chairlift télésiège). I had fun taking those lifts all by myself, of course my Papa was just behind me. I have seen a lot of people up there skiing very well, doing the slalom, jumping with their snowboards and that encourages me more. I would like to thank my Papa for teaching me good techniques especially for being patient with me all the time. If you will see I am in front of Papa who is wearing a red jacket. The video may seem blurb and I just hope that you will not have headaches after watching it :D ! I know how difficult to take a video with digital camera. How I wish we have the video camera.

As for Mom, she just went strolling with Mayumi, taking pictures and videos of us. I know my Mom would really like to ski but she couldn't because of her knee problem. Anyhow, she keeps repeating that she is contented to see the progress in me. Mayumi by the way, did enjoy sliding in the snow though we rented a slide (luge) for her but she was not very enthusiast of using it. We are in fact practicing my skills before we head off to Meribel this coming school break on February. I am really impatient about that. I am sure that would be another unforgettable experience for a growing kids like us who try to explore. Until next time friends. Have a nice day to all !

Weekend ballade

Some people might want to stay at home, stay on their comfy couch watching their favourite films or playing video games. While for us we love going out even though Mistral is very common in the South. Even winter season is not a hindrance for us to go out on a weekend. The temperature in Marseilles during winter is not very cold compared to the North of France and this is one reason we are taking advantage of this wonderful chance in exploring our environment even if it would mean thick layered shirts and jackets ! Recently we have discovered another beautiful place to visit. We are talking about Sormiou and we have learned about this place through my Papa's best friend. We went their for a small walk. This place is very nice, peaceful and perfect for a simple walk. There are also some people who are doing simple rock climbing. We did not hike but we just stayed there for about 1 and 1/2 hours playing with our parents and appreciating the real nature. And again, we had our little pick nick there since we have a rendez vous with Papa's best friend at 2 in the afternoon.

We did enjoy the day like this...a very simple family get away. We went to see our friend and we are off to Luminy and this time with friends. We were about 3 pairs of couple, 2 single friends and 4 children and 2 babies (twins). We have enjoyed the walk with friends. They have had their conversation between them while my Kuya Basti did not stop playing, running around and me looking at him inside my backpack a little bit sleepy ! Suddenly, there were 5 young men with their motorbikes who took the way where there were a lot of young and old alike promenading. As everyone knows that motor bike is forbidden. So one of our friend who works as a volunteer fireman called the police department to report what we just have witnessed. Sometimes people are bizaare we don't know if they are thinking or not. Men in motor bikes could be a danger because there were a lot of children running because they are confident of the nature. If only some people are smart enough to think of their actions....things will be different. For us children we look up to adults as a good example but when we see people like them it's quite frustrating. Anyway, the good thing about it was we made an action and like my Mom said that we cannot stay blind and mute when something like this happens !

Anyhow, that day was extra ordinary because we were able to do 2 walks : one with family and with friends. We even had our little snacks at Papa's best friends. After that long journey, they have prepared hot chocolate and tea accompanied with Gâteaux des Rois et Gallette de Roi !

Last week last year...

Before anything else we would like to greet you a very Happy New Year ! Cheers to us and to the year 2008 !Sorry, we know the greeting is a bit late because we were out of town having a great time in the Alps. Okay I know that you have already read the post of our Mom about how we spent the Christmas and New Year, yes it was quiet and white :D ! So we're here to tell you what was the highlight of the holidays for us...what else ? THE GIFTS....you can't blame us we are kids.

Now since I told to Santa that I would like to have Spiderman stuffs....I've got them. Thank you very much. I had a pair of gloves and a punching bag. Of course, I have received many gifts of Spiderman toys but I would not really identify them...bragging isn't my thing I am quite a discreet young boy. There are also non Spiderman stuffs and I really like them too. In fact, the most exciting part we love the most was when our Mom decorated the house with Christmas tree. It was exciting because we always love to see the lights on especially at night. Mom also put 2 socks decoration as you can see on our previous post. I have noticed that Mom puts the toys we collected and could be found in the kinder surprise chocolate. They serve them as a decorations too hanging on our Christmas tree ! My Mom always tell us that she isn't an artistic person but I think she made a bright idea, don't you think ?

Hey, I guess it's my turn to speak Kuya Basti ! In fact, I didn't really have much things to say because I was asleep already because of gastro...poor me. Anyhow, when I woke up the next morning voila mes cadeaux ! As for me I have asked Santa for Dora so I've also got them. There are other presents apart from Dora and I would like to say Million thanks to Santa, who is always generous. Oh about the Christmas tree, I am bit naughty when it comes to this ! Sometimes, I would take the decorations and play with them. My Mom always scold me or punish me because honestly I have broken some of them, yes I know it wasn't so nice of me...sorry ! But what can you do...kids will always be kids and don't tell me that when you were young you were an angel...come on !!!

The other highlight of the holiday season was when we went to the Alps to spend the New year there. If you will ask us if it was expensive we would say no...because it was a free stay for one week! COOL! Thanks to Papa's bestfriend, maybe he is Santa Clause! It was the nearest ski station in the South of France and we had fun fun and total fun. Our first time to spend the New Year in the Alps. It was a very memorable day for me because I had my second medal for my ski lessons meaning I have improved a lot after taking only one week training (for someone who is not used to snow) took the test and passed them. As for my sister, well she's too young to take lessons so she just went sliding, swimming and strolling. I think she also enjoyed the snow even Mom rented a ledge she didn't want to hop on it she was just pulling the ledge and that was it, she was contented !

Enjoy watching the videos of our racketeering day !