Dec 2005: Big Bro Event: Ice Skating

Finally, we made it to the skating event with time to actually skate and enjoy the food. Last year, Aram got stuck in traffic and we got to the skating event with only 20 minutes before closing. The food was gone, people were returning their skates and there we were - scrambling to get some skates, quickly putting them on and getting in two whole laps around the rink! A hello to Amy, a picture and we were back in the car driving back to North County.

But this year, we were prepared. Aram worked from home and quit work early -- boy, the committment he has for his brother :) So we were able to experience the whole event! We skated, till our feet were sore - actually till Gulam's feet were sore (wimp), cause we all know Aram is from Canada where skating was invented and skating in -30 C is considered warm. Oh, and we Canadians don't just skate - we glide!

In San Diego, the night was clear not a chance of the temperature dipping below zero and not a snowflake in sight. Santa was there, but Aram made Gulam choose: a picture with Santa or do some holiday shopping for Gulam's mom. The decision was clear: mom comes first and Santa would have to wait.

So back to the event. We skated, drank hot chocolate, ate cookies and got our picture taken. Unfortunately, we have no idea who took the picture and so we can't post it on our blog.

Overall, a great night! Big Brother Big Sister always has great events! Thank you and we look forward to the next one!