The Big Black One

For the last couple years there has been a lot of talk about "The Big Black One" at our house.  The big black side at Wild Water West is a little intimidating.  My girls have gone back and forth the last two years about when they were going to take the plunge and try it.  I was just fine with them waiting a while to try it because it even makes me a little shaky in the knees.  

I have no idea what did it but one day the girls decided this was the day and the summer they were going to try the "Big Black One!" I of course quickly grabbed my camera. 

Alexa was going to try it first.  She looked so little but was coming down with perfect form.  Her legs were crossed and arms were across her chest. 

When Emma came down it was obvious that she was flailing a little and all form went out the window.  

Here comes her landing.

They were all giddy with excitement over their accomplishment.  Everyone wanted to talk but no one could get the words out fast enough.  Eric was reenacting Emma's decent and they were all giggling.  

Alexa said her stomach felt shaky because it was a little scary.

Guess who liked the thrill of it all? Yes, Alexa went for round two.

I loved catching their reactions at the bottom!

Emma decided to try it again too.  This time her feet were together but she tried the sideways approach! I love that girl. 

Just can't avoid that major water wedgie :)!! The girls were very proud of themselves and talked friends and cousins into doing it throughout the summer!  We will see if they can talk their brother into it next summer!