Sitting here tonight, in the deep cold of an Alaskan winter night, I find myself transported home in my mind. Where is home, you might ask? Spoiler alert … it’s a long story. Where is home? That’s a good question. Harder to answer. I moved to Alaska in 1997, after meeting and falling for anContinue reading “Snow Day Memories … Revisited”
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Squeaky Snow!
Last night, I bundled the dachshunds up in their warm winter flannels and shooed all three dogs (Abby doesn’t need bundling since she comes with her own toasty winter coat) outside for one last potty break before bedtime. I bundled myself up too, since it was below 30F and snowing. There are times when IContinue reading “Squeaky Snow!”
Mom … such a short word to fit so many feelings into
It seems writing can’t be completely avoided today. I tried all morning and all I accomplished was to drink too much coffee. This afternoon I got plenty of knitting done, but my laptop continued to mock me. I finally gave in and opened her up after dinner. Tomorrow, November 30th, is my Mom’s birthday. IContinue reading “Mom … such a short word to fit so many feelings into”
Thanksgiving – more than just a day
I tend to forget about my blessings during the holiday season. This year, I am going to put extra effort into being thankful. TODAY, I am thankful that our wonderful friend and neighbor, Jan, has invited Jerry and I over for a Thanksgiving Eve dinner. Yep, today (Wednesday). YUM! I’m also grateful that our driveContinue reading “Thanksgiving – more than just a day”