hanging with the all-stars!

Wow!  This has been quite the week!  First the kids get into the Calgary Herald, and now, to round out the week, they are hanging out at the Travelers All-Star Curling Skins Game in Banff, and getting up close and personal with some favourite faces.  Hello Mr Jeff Stoughton!  Ok....maybe not the kids favourite, but he is definitely one of mine!

It was great to see a different side of these players, and see just how funny they can actually be!  One thing I have learned since Aidan has started to curl, is just how friendly this sport is.  From the parents to the spectators, and then over to the players of all levels, there is just a great sense of camaraderie amongst everyone.

Maelle met her two favourite players of the day....Ryan and EJ Harnden, both from Team Jacobs who by the way will represent Canada at the upcoming Olympics only a few weeks away!

Aidan meets up with one of his all time leading faves....Brent Laing!  You may remember that Laing's jersey hangs proudly in our basement after last year's Brier in Edmonton.  Aidan was lucky enough to meet team Howard and get a signed jersey from Mr Laing!

I think the highlight for everyone on this day, was not only meeting and seeing these players, but witnessing a live event on TSN!  It is amazing how much behind the scenes action goes on!  It was great being on the other side this time, and not to mention, being on tv many times throughout the game!  Truly a great day, and the perfect end to a great week!