She moves in mysterious ways

Isn't it just a little odd that a bit of snow in the UK can cause so much disruption?

Jodie shredding the piste at Flegere with the Dru & the Aiguille Verte as a backdrop.

Having had half an eye on the weather in the UK throughout the week, we had thought that we'd escape any of the problems on our way home again as Glasgow was largely clear of the heaviest falls. But no. The flight crew were stuck in Luton, and so we were left in Geneva twiddling our thumbs for several hours while the reinforcements were dragged in.

Finishing off Lachanel at Flegere - another classic Chamonix Valley red run for Jodie and Sam

At risk of stating the bleeding obvious, isn't it all down to being prepared? I have to admit I was slightly concerned yesterday morning to find that after a light overnight fall there was a full 6" of snow lying on the drive, and a Mazda 6 in the garage that had an appointment to keep at the airport. This'll be fun?! But with snow tyres fitted, it was as if there was no snow at all, this despite the snow being deeper than the front spoiler.

So, how bad would things be if we all invested in a set of winter tyres?! Would that keep the schools open?

Anyway, back home now and sorting through a few more of the films and photos from another great week in Argentiere. How about this one of some more sledging. The soundtrack was there already - no through some clever film editing!