On Saturday I went ice skating for the first time. I definitely would not have chose the event on my own, but several of my friends wanted to go, so I agreed. I was a little apprehensive before hand, but excited to go out and give it a try.

It was an experience like none other I have ever had before, I have never skied, snowboarded, or even rollerskated before. As soon as I stepped on the ice I was horrified at my lack of control, and terrified that with every move I might land face or butt first on the ice.

However, with a LOT of coaxing, tips, and handholding from my friends (who were laughing at my newbie terror throughout) I actually built up a little confidence and made it around the rink a few times. Although I probably wouldn’t go again, at least not for a while, I did have some fun, and was awestruck by my peers’ ability to gracefully glide around the rink.