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

Have I mentioned how much I love Alaska?

A little someone insists on eating her Pad Thai with chopsticks just like her mommy and daddy! It’s only a *little* messy 🙂

I attended my first Art Soiree this evening.  It is a group of local artists that have a “party” once a year to celebrate and share each others talents.  There was a chinese auction that required each artist to bring a handmade item by the artist.  It was an awesome opportunity to meet new people and check out some new local artists.

One of the local artists was the owner of Bike Belts.  He makes belts out of used bicycle tires that have been rode in Alaska.  He donates $2 of each sale to the Arctic Bicycle Club.  The belts are really cool and it’s a great way to recycle tires, help out the local cycling community, and of course support a local artist.

Ok, so the little munchkin does wear her Matilda Jane year round.  You can have a dark dull winter or a bright festive one, we opt for bright and festive! The boots she is wearing are called Bogs.  They are the greatest things ever! They are made for kids and adults, rated to 30 below, and come in several cute designs and colors.  So far they have been the best winter boots, they keep her feet toasty warm and she can put them on herself. Yaaaay!

Frozen