Brandon's Ski Trip to Jay Peak, Vermont

Brandon has just returned from his school ski trip to Jay Peak in Vermont, USA and whilst he was away me and Tina used the opportunity to have a joint Birthday / Anniversary trip to Las Vegas (something we have been talking about for many, many years). This timing was an ideal opportunity as Brandon was off hand, Joshua can pretty much look after himself and that really meant we only needed childcare for Holly which Nicky and Zoe kindly shared between them. 

This was the first time both of us had been away from the kids at the same time for more than one night and I have to say it was weird. The first day or so was fine, but then you start to miss them and want to share the experiences with them as we have for the last 15+ years. So as nice as the break was, I am not sure we will be rushing to have another holiday without the kiddies.

Brandon had a fantastic time skiing and seemed to really enjoy himself. Hopefully the independence of having to look after all his own luggage, clean his accommodation and manage his own money will make him less dependent on us and more independent himself. He came back from skiing injury free with nothing broken, so that is always a bonus. Fortunately Brandon also took my advice and took a few more pictures than what Joshua did last year, meaning I actually have something useful to post on the blog.

He returned around 11am on Sunday morning and when he stepped off the coach he looked like an absolute zombie. Apparently he had hardly slept on the night flight or the coach and the jet lag was written all over his face. When he got home we pretty much sent him straight up to bed and didn't really see much of him for a day and a half. In fact it is only today that he is finally getting back on GMT body clock.

Me and Tina used the opportunity to have a lovely birthday/anniversary celebration in Las Vegas.

Brandon capturing a sun rise in Jay Peak.

Some of the scenery enroute to Jay Peak.

More stunning scenery from Jay Peak, Vermont.

As he got closer to the resort there was signs of plenty of snow for the skiing.

The snow looks pretty decent and quite thick.

Another cracking photo by Brandon.

I absolutely love this pic which he sent me of him and 2 of his mates at the top of the mountain.

Brandon and Ethan who were also room mates on the trip.

Looks like they were having such fun up on the slopes.

A group photo of all of the Abacus crew from the 2023 ski trip.

The only negative was this rather controversial Crocs which Brandon bought on their final day during a shopping trip in Boston.