Me & Mr. Weird Bug

So you want me to stand here and have my photo taken?  Wait what is that?  Well hello Mr. Weird Bug.

Okay Mr. Weird Bug you stay over there and I will back away slowly.

Alaskans are not used to the creepy crawly world that roams free every where else in the world.

Philly Cheesesteak Anyone?

Yummy! And by the way the coleslaw was made fresh that morning by the Mother of the young lady who took our order. I just love family run local businesses.

End of October

This has got to be some sort of temperature record for us.  It is October 28th and it is 48 degrees Fahrenheit and there is no snow on the ground.

Oh and it is lightly raining out my office window. Crazy day for sure!

New York Day Dreaming

My post vacation blues are riding the long rails south to the Adirondack Scenic Railroad ~ what a GREAT trip!  We enjoyed every moment on the train with Mom & Bob! Thanks for being our traveling companions.

Do you like to ride the rails?  What has been your favorite train trip?

Happy Monday!

High Five for Philadelphia Fun

The best part of the vacation was enjoying time together.  Life is short and is what you make of it.  High five Friday for vacation time together.

Oh Philadelphia

Oh Philadelphia you have so much history and so many wonderful places to eat.  Thank you for opening your streets, your buildings and your history to a couple of goofy Alaska tourists.  A huge thank you to the Philly Phlash trolly driver as you made our ride enjoyable with your friendly smile and fun conversation. 

Keep on living large and enjoying each day!

Vacation Time

Last week we were in Philadelphia and New York for a sightseeing and family visit vacation.  What a treat to be in an old city with so much history and to spend time visiting with family.  Here are a few of the photos that started our wonderful trip.

The  Fairbanks International Airport ~ the bottom photo is the old Wien Air Alaska hanger which now belongs to Everts Air Cargo and the gray plane in the bottom photo is a DC6 ~ the plane that my husband Captains.

The flight to Anchorage was on Era Alaska on a Dash 8.

We had breakfast in the Seattle airport as we had plenty of time before our flight to Philadelphia. 

We flew over Iowa on the way there ~ Hello Grandpa Wink!

And the M-I-S-S-I-S-S-I-P-P-I from 30,000 feet!
How cool it that?! Way cool says I!

What's Wrong

So what is wrong with this picture?  It is supposed to be something that you stick on your filing cabinet or fridge to share with others how you are feeling 'today'.

So what is wrong with this picture?

Hint ~ how may happy, joyful or uplifting faces are there?

Yup I agree this really isn't that cute or funny.  It borders on sad and things that make me feel sad are not allowed in my life.  

Mr. Face Magnet meet Mr. Shredder.

Happy Monday my friends ~ enjoy this beautiful day and all the gifts that come your way.

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The Wholehearted Parenting Manifesto

The Wholehearted Parenting Manifesto
from Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Click on the photo to enlarge

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Tip Tuesday ~ Etiquette Part Two

Everyday Etiquette from Emily Post

Etiquette is a code of behavior based on honesty, respect, and consideration.

Your Personal Image

It's no secret that in twenty-first-century America, casual has trumped more formal ways of dressing. But even in this more laid back world, "casual" should never be sloppy. The clothes we wear and the way we groom ourselves represent how we choose to present ourselves to others and reflect the importance we assign to the occasion.

Each of us is responsible for the image we project. Taking that responsibility seriously is a clear signal of your respect for others. If you choose to go on a date without cleaning up first, you are responsible when your date decides they don't want to see you again.

Manners

We use daily manners constantly without even thinking. From greeting and introducing others to making requests and expressing thanks, these simple exchanges are the foundation of all interactions. Since our choices impact others, it is important to make our choices thoughtfully, so as to communicate a considerate awareness of oneself and others.

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What does your personal image tell the world?  Mine is telling the world that I am in need of a hair cut.  Happy tip Tuesday!

Fall in New York

 

Fall in Fairbanks Alaska is yellow. Now I like the color yellow probably more than the next guy but can you imagine my delight to visit New York in the fall!?! The orange, the reds and the golden yellows ~ such a joy.  We will be taking a train ride into the Adirondacks with two of our favorite people.  One more day! See you soon!

When we return to our deck it just might be covered in white...

Happy Monday! Enjoy the fall colors!

High Five Friday for Philadelphia

Oh the food, oh the history, oh the choices.

Where should we go first?

High five Friday for Philadelphia and all the joy and adventures that are before us.

What fall trips do you have planned?

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Tip Tuesday ~ Everyday Etiquette

Everyday Etiquette from Emily Post ~ Etiquette advice for your everyday life.

Etiquette is a code of behavior based on honesty, respect, and consideration.

Guidelines for Living

Amidst today's fast-paced world of technological innovation and casual lifestyles, manners naturally adapt to new situations. Social and cultural traditions fuse and transform in new ways, and the roles and expectations of adults and children evolve to meet those trends. Despite continuous changes, however, social civility remains rooted in the guiding principles of respect, consideration, and honesty.

The Principles of Etiquette

Respect

Respecting other people means recognizing their value as human beings, regardless of their background, race, or creed. It's demonstrated in all your day-to-day relations - refraining from demeaning others for their ideas and opinions, refusing to laugh at racist or sexist jokes, putting prejudices aside, and staying open-minded. We show respect not just by what we refrain from doing but also by intentional acts, such as being on time, dressing appropriately, or giving our full attention to the person or people we're with.

Self-respect is just as important as respect for others. A person who respects herself isn't boastful or pushy but is secure in a way that inspires confidence in others. She values herself regardless of her physical attributes or individual talents, understanding that integrity and character are what really matter.

Consideration

The key to consideration is thoughtful behavior. Being thoughtful means thinking about what you can do for those around you and how your actions will affect them. Consideration leads us to help a friend or stranger in need, to bestow a token of appreciation, or to offer praise.

Honesty

Honesty ensures that we act sincerely and with integrity. It's the basis of tact: using empathy to find the positive truth and telling or acting on it, without causing embarrassment or pain.

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Are your etiquette skills what they should be? Happy tip Tuesday everyone and I for one will be perfecting my everyday etiquette skills.

Cup Song in Gaelic = Awesome

Let this start your day out right ~ with a smile!

Happy Monday!

High Five Friday ~ for Chalk Art

At the end of summer our neighbors spent time with their young children watching the sun move and the shadows that it makes.  The chalk art that was created is a reminder to me how precious childhood is and how quickly it passes.

Enjoy each moment!

High five Friday for chalk art!

Turnagain Arm

Skipping rocks across Turnagain Arm! What great fun!

All the Fireweed has gone to seed and the pink blooms have been replaced by white fluffy seeds.  Farewell summer and your beautiful color, see you again soon.

Lost in Translation

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Little People

What a cute way to spend a Tuesday Morning!

Little People - A tiny street art project!

Check this out and let it make you smile!

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