While folks in the states enjoyed an excellent holiday weekend, Las Leñas was getting some precipitation. No doubt there was old fashion American revelry going down in the Gringo Ghetto while snow fell over head. Its alway a funny juxtaposition to be down there and celebrate traditionally summer events with a goggle tan. They definitely now how to throw down a BBQ which can make any Yankee feel at home.

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