She was already spending a lot of her time lying on her couch napping but since January she has slept more and more. We found out in the first week of Feb. that her cancer had returned. She opted to try more chemo even though she was already very weak.
_______ 2-3 pairs of medium weight wool hiking socks: Wool keeps your feet warm even when wet and gives good cushioning. The higher the wool content of the socks the better (we recommend 85% wool, 15% nylon).
Beginner Skiers. You will probably find you or friends will have some of the clothes you will need. So no need to buy a whole wardrobe just to try skiing out. In some locations you can even hire jackets and pants so it is worth checking what you can get without buying until you are sure you are hooked. On the other hand if you are desperate to spend there are some great technical ski garments around. Socks. Usually your socks should be warm but thin. So thin woollen socks are the most preferred. Some people wear silk socks although these tend to wear out quickly. Wool and silk mixtures are also popular and some folks prefer thin wicking socks. Thin socks are best as they let you feel the sole of your ski boot which is where the action is generated as you ski. When renting boots though they can be quite a poor fit so thicker socks may be a better choice until you buy your own boots.