In grade six I was out with my elementary schools ski program. I still remember these programs as being some of the best times of my childhood.

I was so excited to go. I remember getting on the bus and my Dad shouting from the parking lot 'Be Careful!' I'm sure I muttered under my breath something original like 'Whatever Dad.' It was an amazing day. I had gone skiing with my family a lot through my childhood but I felt so grown up out skiing with my school friends and our Kiwi instructor. Conditions where perfect and I felt like I was learning a lot and gaining confidence with my abilities.

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