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Monday, December 29, 2014

Merry Christmas Continued

Christmas Dinner: prime rib, corn casserole, brussel sprouts, potatoes and rolls

Evidence that I was present as well

I have a whole series of these prints, but don't worry, Darci, I'll only use them for blackmail


The boys worked on our nightstands!

It was pretty intense

This one didn't help much

He needs a work bench
Adding the final touch to the topper

Assembly finished... now to sand and stain!

We enjoyed a lovely Christmas with Darci and Tim here from Iowa, as well as Cody's sister Kayla and her new hubby Evan. We finally had time to just relax and enjoy the company, along with many card, dice and board games (and wonderful food). Perhaps the last holiday we'll spend in the same state, let alone country. Happy Holidays to you all!

Thursday, December 25, 2014

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you a very merry Christmas from Alaska!

Christmas Eve dinner-- pesto salmon, cranberry almond green beans, homemade rolls

Before Midnight Mass



Wilson opens his only gift

snowfall & tree reflection



That's Cody for ya



Pretty excited about his new cookbook
family picture at the dog park

Sunday, December 21, 2014

Happy Winter Solstice!

Happy Winter Solstice! Here in Alaska, we love and look forward to this day. From here on, it's a gain, not a loss. Today's sunrise: 10:15am and sunset: 3:41pm... Cheers to the shortest day of the year!

a recent winter walk in the woods

she's gift enough. right....


Loves the camera's reflective capabilities

loaded lap

Sunday, December 7, 2014

Christmas Tree Adventure 2014

Christmas Tree Adventure 2014 near Johnson Pass (tree selection photos to come)



Monday, December 1, 2014

Thanksgiving in St Louis

While Cody flew back to Alaska, I flew to meet my sister and parents in St Louis for a laidback Thanksgiving (our favorite). We enjoyed a delicious feast and puzzling.
This was a painful puzzle, but we did it!

The STL Thanksgiving creww

Ladies in blue

This pup met me at the airport