Introduction to physics

After a few days of somewhat mild weather - followed by a return to winter - we have seen a number of icicles form around our house. While out sledding yesterday, Mathias collected a couple of real "trophies" and, of course, wanted to take them inside to show Mamma... To Mathias' chagrin, it turns out indoor air temperatures and ice don't mix very well.

After some pondering we decided to 'set them free' out on the deck.