‘Shameless’ star William H. Macy recalls the woes of trying to take his 8 and 10 years old girls skiing all by himself. I won’t ruin the story but it involves stool softeners and high speed skiing. Cheers to all you brave ski parents, its not easy and we appreciate you!

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture.... More by Francis Xavier