Asian Invasion

For those of you who are familiar with skiing, especially those who have skied at southern California resorts, know that skiers from asian countries travel in groups...large groups (also known as the Asian Invasion). Despite the SoCal hostility towards this "siege of the slopes" we have gained a new understanding and appreciation for their travel style. Because, while its highly unusual for American culture it a very convenient way to reach the ski resorts. So on January 29th we gathered up the willing band of 4 and attempted to invade a white mountain on Eastern turf. When we arrived we realized we were far outnumbered. The turf was not soft but hard like concrete and the skis chattered like frozen eskimos. I took a 20 mph spill and wore a raspberry the rest of the day, Jolene took two on one run and nursed her wounded pride. Our friends took several bites out of the snow with various parts of their bodies and yet we persevered. At the end of the day, we quietly boarded the bus and attended to our injuries on the way home. As for success? Well....we'll be sticking to western slopes from now on.