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January 21, 2011

16/365

Alaska is unique for many obvious reasons, some are not as obvious.  One example of this is the infamous Alaskan Coffee huts.  You see them on nearly every corner like you would a Circle K or Seven 11.  They provide a vital resource to us Alaskans, caffeine.  We need it in the summer to stay awake and play in the sun 20+ hours in a day, and we need it to get through long dark winter days.  They are drive up stands that serve your coffee or tea any way you want it.  My favorite is Jitters here in Eagle River, which I believe is also a local landmark.

I missed these drive up coffee shacks when we moved and we were so happy to see them again when we moved back.

January 20, 2011

15/365

When winter comes, many birds fly south. Well, with the exception of the weird flock of ducks I have seen and the normal wintering birds.  In Eagle River we are fortunate enough to see the eagles hang around all winter long.  Sometimes, you will find between 50 and 100 eagles wintering.  These North American Bald Eagles are commonly seen gathering around mid day near the VFW parking lot.  They awaiting the “Eagle Lady” who comes out and feeds them during the winter.  We are very lucky to live in an area with such abundant wildlife, even in the winter.

January 19, 2011

14/365

“All seasons are beautiful for the person who carries happiness
within.”
 – Horace Friess


January 18, 2011

13/365

“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson

January 16, 2011

Day 11 {365 Challenge}

We haven’t had snow in way too long. It’s been subzero and the frost flakes are huge!