Images August 31, 2017

With data gathered by Alaska’s Department of Labor and Workforce Development, it is clear that the percentage of Alaskan workers over the age of 55 is growing. Alaska doesn’t have as many senior citizens as other states, but the population of 65-plus is growing faster than any other part of...

Two federal agencies have beefed up their guidelines for wetlands mitigation in Alaska. The announcement comes after a news outlet found only 26 percent of Alaska permittees were required to mitigate wetland damage. Listen now

“The time is now for the White House to end the cruel, tragic separations of families," Murkowski said in a written statement. If the administration doesn't act quickly, she said, Congress must. Sen. Dan Sullivan called the situation complicated and called for a bipartisan solution from Congress. Listen now

*This post is sponsored by Great Alaskan Holidays, Inc., providers of Last Frontier roadtripping adventures for more than 30 years.*  Summer is in full swing around here, and our team is gearing up for another weekend of outdoor-themed fun  as we motor north to the village of Talkeetna. We’re pretty confident about our Alaska RV […]

Who can say what the future holds? Well, good news, I can! At least as far as next two meetings of the distinguished APDSG are concerned. Our upcoming meeting will be held June 16th. We will have a presentation on hallucinations and delusions in PD from Gail Howshikowa. Gail is a drug company salesperson. She […]

Scarcely two weeks have gone by since I last posted the appearance of a new PD Pundit comic. And now here comes a new one, all shiny and bright! This one is about the necessity of adapting to our new reality, and how to  remake your passion in a way that is harmonious with your […]

Fly west from Anchorage across the Bering Straits! The 4.5-hour flight leaves once each week from Anchorage to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, starting next month on July 16. The flight is coordinated by ... The post VISIT KAMCHATKA: Alaska’s Gateway to Asia! appeared first on Alaska Travelgram.

A Christmas Creek Carol by Rachelle Ayala My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this story. Christmas and Halloween are my favorite holidays. I enjoy holiday themed books and movies all year around. A Christmas Creek Carol was a perfect read on this hot summer day. As much as I enjoyed the Christmas aspect, […]

Lucky in Laguna by Rachelle Ayala My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wow! Reality show spotlight. I enjoyed this story. If you ever wanted to know how real these shows are, this is the story for you. I don’t want to go into the story so it will be enjoyable for you to read. I […]

Many of us who grew up in rural areas have fond childhood memories of fruit trees. Maybe it was watching the tree bloom each spring, with the sweet scent of blossoms filling the air. Or maybe it was experiencing the annual harvest, with the smallest kids climbing up and gently shaking tree limbs, while family […]

On the last day of November, I went outside after dark for a winter beehive check. I wanted to see if the honey bees were still alive and if they needed more food. This is our first winter with bees, and Alaska beehives don’t have high survival rates for wintering over. Alaska winters are extremely […]

These smooth and creamy Dairy Free Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are so easy and convenient to prepare. I love being able to throw everything in the Instant Pot bowl and walk away, instead of... Visit Allergy Free Alaska to view the full post!

  We came to this land in June of this year, in the midst of a heatwave. We thought we could make a home from the dust but we left after less than two weeks, frustrated. Our plans foiled.  Maybe it wasn’t time yet. Maybe we wimped out. And so we left. For two months […]

I don’t like beer, and I don’t do alcohol, but I do like ginger beer. If I close my eyes, I can conjure an image of happily sipping ginger beer in the sun. Sort of like my images of restfully, calmly drinking tea. It’s a symbol.So when Anchorage Community House offered a class on Natural […]

My Third Third has hit a snag.Me.When I am terribly depressed, I still go to social events, fulfill my commitments, wash my hair, and do laundry. I volunteer. I get out of bed.Unfortunately, I do that while dragging grand pianos around on my feet. Everything takes an enormous amount of energy, and I’m oomph-less. Which […]

Roll up some inspiration – Burl Ives http://alaskabush.com/bushradio/wp-content/uploads/Roll-up-some-inspiration-Burl-Ives.mp3 I got stoned and I missed it – Shel Silverstein w/ Dr. Hook http://alaskabush.com/bushradio/wp-content/uploads/got-stoned-and-I-missed-it.mp3 Natural Mystic – Bob Marley http://alaskabush.com/bushradio/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Natural_mystic_bob_marley.mp3 I want to get HIGH – Rita Marley http://alaskabush.com/bushradio/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/I_Want_to_Get_High1.mp3 Henry – New Riders Of The Purple Sage http://alaskabush.com/bushradio/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/henry1.mp3   Sweet Leaf – Storm Orphans http://alaskabush.com/bushradio/wp-content/uploads/Storm_Orphans_-_Sweet_Leaf.mp3

RIP Prince The Revolution Will Be Colorized http://alaskabush.com/bushradio/music/the-revolution-will-be-colorized-Prince.mp3

As the 49th state speeds into its short summer on the quick trip to the longer winter, there are growing concerns that history is about to be lost at both ends of […]

  While West Coast Americans – Alaskans among them – worry and fret about farmed Atlantic salmon escaping to invade the Pacific Ocean  despite decades of failed stocking efforts aimed at helping them do […]

My hybrid creative nonfiction work How Mary, Joseph and Jesus F*cked Up My Love Life is up at The Hunger Journal. It’s an odd piece written in an odd style that merges religion with attitudes about sex, desire, loneliness and the rest of that complex and maddening stuff. Here is a sample: Fact: I rode down… […]

I was in a slump. I returned to Alaska a few weeks ago, everything muddy and brown, the trees bare of leaves, last year’s trash blowing across the streets. I was used to the sun-filled warmth of Tucson, to hot days and balmy nights, to sitting out in the yard and reading and then running… […]

This is the best recipe I've tried in a long time. I found it over on "The Domestic Rebel"....my picky-picky husband is in love with this sweet treat!!!The bottom crust is a deliciously TENDER shortbread, then there is a simple layer of raspberry jam, nuts and more shortbread pieces on top. It couldn't be easier!!! […]

My list of 10 Best Gifts for Cooks and Food Lovers helps last minute shoppers buy great presents for the food obsessed; most of the items on the list I’ve used and loved for years. Most importantly, if you act quickly, there’s still time to order most of my recommended gifts and have them arrive […]

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Most of the time, we have enough dandelions in our yard for fried dandelions but not much past that because we really love fried dandelions. This year though has been a banner year for those happy sunshine flowers. I know my yard has not been touched with weed killers or dangerous chemicals in the 16 years we've […]

Construction is progressing on the new Sitka Community Playground project, which is being built on the site of the old Crescent Harbor Playground near the Sitka Sound Science Center. As of Monday, June 18, most of the playground equipment had … Continue reading →

I LOVE my grandmother’s navy bean soup, but it takes forever to make with soaking the beans overnight and then slow cooking the soup all day. I decided to try it in my Instant Pot and it was a success! Not only that, but my kids loved it…score! Ingredients: 1-2 Tbs. olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 […]

The forecast for today had originally been for partly cloudy weather and little or no rain. I had planned to take care of this year’s Breeding Bird Survey, which requires a 2:30am rise time. Yesterday the forecast for today had … Continue reading →

Just one photo today – I was walking home this morning and noticed an introduced ground beetle (Carabus nemoralis) crossing the road. Conditions were a bit breezy at times during the day, with occasional showers and some sunny breaks. Coming … Continue reading →

Arguably herring are the base of the entire food chain in Southeast Alaska. They provide food for whales, salmon, seals, sealions, birds, and halibut with their bodies and with their eggs. For centuries humans have relied on the abundance of herring to provide for their families in the spring.  In Hoonah, Alaska the return of […]

At the end of July we took the boat over to Halibut Cove to hike the Saddle Trail with the kids to picnic at Grewingk Glacier Lake. It's a great trail for kids to master themselves, and Riggs hiked the whole way himself. Raina was in the backpack, but more because we wanted to hike […]

Spring has been cool, wet and windy this year. Normally I have my greens planted in my greenhouse sometime between April 1 and May 1, but this year it didn't happen till a warm, sunny day in mid-May woke me out of spring doldrums (and my mother-in-law, who was determined to help me get the […]

Well, 2017 was not a good garden year in my area, even for those of us with greenhouses/high tunnels.  I'm sure I didn't help my chances at all; we had a month between returning home from the States and getting the roof on the high tunnel, and I didn't start any seeds or work the […]

Welcome to the Friday Frenzy! We’re off on a little adventure today. I’ll be around this weekend visit the links you leave and getting inspired for the LONGEST DAY OF THE YEAR! What I think you should visit this week! it’s the LAST weekend for entering to win an EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLAR prize package–get on it! […]

One day Alice came to a fork in the road and saw a Cheshire cat in a tree. “Which road do I take?”, she asked. “Where do you want to go?”, was his response. “I don’t know”, Alice answered. “Then”, said the cat, “it doesn’t matter.” ~ Lewis Carroll It is Christmas day, and I […]

I’ll be the first to tell you I’m not a fan of pink, painting my nails, makeup, cutesy knick-knacks, or chick flicks. So when I look at those “best Christmas gifts for women” lists, there really isn’t much on them I’d actually want to receive for Christmas. I’m just not a girly-girl. I’d rather have […]

Bookmark this page for local events and other activities, from neighborhood potlucks and picnics to volunteer opportunities, community meetings and more. June 16 Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services is seeking volunteers to help spread soil at Grow North Farm — a new urban farming project taking root at 3543 Mountain View Drive. […]

So we go from a few weeks of birds that cannot fly, to birds that can only barely land, the albatrosses. The Black-browed is a medium-sized member of the albatross family, with a wing span of seven to eight feet. This bird lives in the air, landing on the ocean only when the wind dies, […]

I won the road lottery this year, so my folks came together to do the drive with me.  They are both freshly retired and it was so fun to have them in Alaska together!  While they were here they took advantage of some free train tickets Kelsey had won to ride the Spencer Glacier train.  […]

Yakutat Alaska white steamer clams are prepared in a velvety garlic-butter-vodka sauce to create my infamous side or main dish, including adding crispy Texas toast dipping...Servings: 4 as an appetizer or 2 as a main course Prep: 10 Mins.Cook: 20 Mins.INGREDIENTS3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 3 equal pats (divided)3/4 cup finely chopped celery4 […]

So satisfying with a nice cup of tea while dipping these tasty jewels,or coffee, or hot chocolate...it's a win-win! Also, a perfecttiramisu making substitute vs lady fingers...Yields: 3 doz (appx) Prep: 15 Mins.Bake/Stand/Re-bake: Bake 30 Mins/Stand 15 Mins/Re-bake 10 Mins.INGREDIENTSCream Wet2/3 cup granulated sugar6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extractSift […]

Networking. I must do this as a new writer (groan). Learn the ways of the force. Jump into the world of idea and information exchanges. Business card exchanges. Sounds like […] The post NETWORKING? SOUNDS LIKE WORK! appeared first on Lois Paige Simenson.

[from SAFM cookbook] This wonderful recipe comes directly from I Heart Kale and their blog at http://iheartkale.blogspot.com 3 large red waxy potatoes, very thinly sliced 4 tablespoons melted salted butter 10 leaves kale (the curly-edged green or purple kinds are good here), washed, stemmed and finely chopped freshly ground black pepper 5 tablespoons grated parmesan […]

Welcome to the Friday Frenzy, the Best Food and Craft Link Party on the Web. Why is it the best? We’ll be sharing your posts on Facebook on our new Friday Frenzy page, we invite you to follow the page and share the posts When you link your favorite posts to the Friday Frenzy your […]

Our planned two months afloat are coming fast upon us. In less than a month, we plan to be ready to cast off.Less seasoned salts might faint at the prospect of having Galactic ready to go, after she spent a listless winter at the dock and we spent a far-from-listless winter, doing everything except boat […]

Wet your pants with laughter, that's what.At least, that was the reaction that both A. and I had when we read this reflection on a dream well lived, written by our good friend Melissa Beit.Extra credit: explain why these kinds of shenanigans, in the company of children, are a fine idea.If you can't, you're likely […]

My bookclub met here last night.  We'd read Steam Laundry.  I can't recall a book quite like it. Based on letters and other documents the author found in archives, it tells the story of a woman who, with her two sons, follows her husband to the gold fields of Dawson City in 1898.  The story […]

I know logic and consistency don't matter with the Trump administration, but I think about all the NRA folks swatting away any law that might make it harder for some people to get guns, saying, "Criminals will still get guns.'And I say, no matter what Congress does, immigrants will still come. Remember the folks who […]

Today's selection -- from A Brief History of Argentina by Jonathan C. Brown. Juan Domingo Perón was an army officer who served as president of Argentina from 1946 to 1955, when he was ousted in a coup d'etat, then again from 1973 to his death in 1974. He promoted a path between capitalism and communism, […]

Today's selection -- from God Save Texas Lawrence Wright. Houston, Texas, sits in Harris County, which has a larger population than twenty-five states. It will soon pass Chicago to become the country's third largest city: "Houston is the only major city in America without zoning laws. You can build pretty much anything you want anywhere […]

6 June 1944 saw the greatest invasion in the history mankind. While war is horrible, on that day, the Allies invaded against a force that was supporting evil. Any military strategist will tell you that a beach invasion is the most difficult military maneuver to conduct. The Marines perfected it in the Pacific Theater during […]

For want of a nail is a classic proverb in the military. The opposite is also true though. Sometimes what appears to be needless and futile sacrifice can turn out to have huge ramifications and win a battle, even though who sacrifice themselves will never know. That is the story of Torpedo Squadron 8. The […]

A couple of days ago I wrote about the Inspector General’s report on how the FBI handled the Clinton email investigation — the report that Republicans are claiming ‘prove’ the FBI was complicit in a conspiracy to prevent Comrade Trump’s … Continue reading →

Odds are you won’t read the 500+ page report by the DOJ’s Inspector General (and nobody would blame you, because mostly it’s pretty dull and repetitive), but here it is if you want to. I intended to read it, but … Continue reading →

All aboard the music time machine! Continuing the story from 1988. This week my guest is the author, writer and blogger Debby Kaye.

The first of two 'Author Spotlights' on Hugh's Views And News this week. First, a guest post from Geoff Le Pard.

Originally posted on Legends of Windemere: Cover Art by Sean Harrington Took me a while to figure out a worthwhile excerpt from Quest of the Brokenhearted and I decided to show a little of what Kira Grasdon has been up to.  I’m hoping I took enough to show the proper context.  The full section was too…

Originally posted on bluebird of bitterness: Its value keeps shrinking, but you can still have some fun with it.

happy birthday paul mccartney and thinking back to when i announced in no uncertain terms that my sisters’ choices of favorite bands: the beatles and the doors were stupid bands that would never last and were nowhere near the level of greatness of my favorite band the monkees they really should have listened to me […]

Originally posted on Anxiety, Depression, and Panic Attacks:      I wanted to talk more about a statement made in one of my previous posts, however, I wanted to wait until I had been cigarette free for about a month.…

This week Carol is bringing us some delicious ways to prepare Duck… I adore crispy duck and pancakes and cold on a salad.. I know you will enjoy Carol’s expertise and also some alternative sauces to serve with this bird… … Continue reading →

Its value keeps shrinking, but you can still have some fun with it.

A cowboy rode into a small town in Oklahoma and stopped at a saloon for a beer. What he didn’t know was that the locals had a habit of playing pranks on strangers. When he finished his beer and went outside, he found that his horse had been stolen. He went back into the saloon, flipped […]

At the retreat center I just visited, the automated coffee machine worked on an honor system. It dispensed coffee whenever you pushed the button, but you were expected to put a two-dollar coin into a little nearby box to cover the costs. I didn’t have change, so I put a twenty in on the first […]

Originally posted on Allychat's Blog - a lighter look at life: This is my attempt at micro fiction, let me know what you think. I wrote the long version then tried to get all the points across including plot in under 250 words (I did it in 220). He eased the window open, just…

Tomorrow the Every Day Matters 2019 Diary is officially on sale! Yes, 2019 might feel far away now, but the days fly by quickly and, since the diary has sold out in previous years, I wanted to make sure you had a chance to check it out before it does! The 2019 edition is the […]

To add insult to injury I also today have one hand that looks like a young barrage balloon and another … More

The Ashmolean… Museum of Art and Archaeology, University of Oxford. Website here. Founded in 1683, open Tuesday to Sunday, and Bank … More

Summer Reads 2018Angela Ford & Jennifer ConnerWin your summer read!ENTER HERETime to bring out the flip flops! Whether you head to the beach, the poolside, or your favorite spot to soak up some sun-take a romance with you. How about an Unforgettable Kiss, The Professional Bridesmaid, or off to London with a Dare – Angela & Jennifer’s co-authored romance […]

This past Wednesday I listed 7 Truths About A Writing Career.I thought some more about the subject and came up with...7 More Truths About A Writing Career.1. Never publicly denigrate another author's books.If you're a "real" writer, then you know how hard it is to breathe life into the vision in your brain. Sometimes a […]

Social Media have become a dominating force in our lives over the past decade.  Just look at these mind-blowing statistics: The average person has 5 social media accounts The average person spends 1 hour 40 minutes per day on social media Facebook has over 1.4 billion users 50% of all Internet users are on Facebook […]

"My favorite word?  Oh, honor. That to me is more than a word.   That’s a way of life.  I mean, I’d die for honor.   That sounds melodramatic maybe, but, that’s how I feel." WASP Shutsy Reynolds Pioneering woman pilot, silversmith, lapidarist, silk screener, airbrush artist and humanitarian Florence Shutsy Reynolds took her last flight on […]

“It seemed to me that there were very clear issues in World War II, and I wanted to be part of it...to tell the truth, I really wanted to be a hero.”            WASP Carla Howard Horowitz Carla Howard Horowitz was born May 28, 1922, in Chicago.  It was there she […]

Welcome to Episode 48 of the Minstral Show!Good music often provokes thoughts of the past within to bring us back in time to places, faces and atmosphere of moments we hold in our memories…and While our minds are carried away by the music, we also process thoughts and moments to help make sense of where […]

I am looking for a children’s book I had as a child. It had short stories (1-2 pages) per story and they were different stories from around the world. There were a lot of different stories – at least 25 … Continue reading →

This is my last fully updated list until mid-July. I will have one more list next week but it may not have all of the live releases. I will try to update new releases and maybe some big sales from my pre-orders occasionally while I’m away, but will probably not be adding many live releases. […]

June always bursts with weddings and one of the best parts of the celebration is when the bride tosses her bouquet. The tradition began in England when wedding parties got a bit out of hand and single women tore at the bride’s clothing believing the pieces would bring them luck in finding a husband. Eventually […]

Do you remember the first time you fell in love? How about that smile you didn’t want to fill your face when you saw that special someone, fearing they’d think you were nuts? You know that one. The big toothy one with sparkles in your eyes because everything you see is surrounded by rainbows, puppies, […]

We are excited to give away an Amazon Gift Card worth $20 to one of our lucky visitors. We will be doing many more of these in the future. This is the first one we have done in a while. To enter, please follow the instructions on the giveaway app below. Good luck! a Rafflecopter […]

We love introducing Instafreebie readers to great stories and big ideas. Take a chance on new authors and try great stories from old favorites. See it first every day with Instafreebie and be free to discover authors you’ll love. We’re thrilled to share the latest and greatest from our mystery, thriller, and crime genres! Historical Mystery Preview […]

June 1942. East Hartford, Connecticut. United Aircraft plant. "Single-row crankshaft assemblies for Pratt & Whitney airplane engines. The large Eastern plant at which the work is done is producing a steady flow of power installations for the fighting craft of our Army and Navy air forces." 4x5 inch nitrate negative by Andreas Feininger for the […]

When do you start thinking about back-to-school shopping? For a lot of parents, they start thinking about back to school shopping the week before school is scheduled to start. Unfortunately, this is when prices are at an all-time high, whether you are looking for school supplies, clothes, or shoes. Today we will share a few […]

Top 10 Most Comfortable Bathrobes Most Comfortable Bathrobe Buying Guide Bathrobe Materials The most important aspect of a bathrobe is the material it is...

It’s Monday What Are You Reading? is a weekly reading roundup is hosted by Kathryn at The Book Date. This is technically a weekly meme but I don’t read fast enough to make that worthwhile so I post it every two or three weeks. Finished in Print This is part of a multi generational family […]

“Flick the Tick is a natural tick repellent made with a custom effective natural oil blend that is DEET-FREE, and smells great! Our special essential oil blend is made to help keep ticks and insects away. Comes in a perfect sized 4oz spray bottle. Active Ingredients: Cedarwood Oil, Citronella Oil, Geranium Oil, Lemongrass Oil & […]

100% organic, non-GMO insect repellent. “The premium natural bug spray that works like a champ!…Reoela mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers and many other biting, stinging insects…Strong enough for tough guys but safe enough for babies…entirely free of all chemicals…contains 7 steam-distilled essential oils and finest non-GMO vegan bases, each of which has added skin benefits and won’t […]

How kids can contribute to the family garden Kids love to be of help. No, really. They do! And if we grown-ups can just guide them (or corral them) in the right direction, why, in no time they’ll be full-fledged contributors to the backyard home garden. Half the battle is understanding how a child thinks. […]

Summer Refreshments Summer gardening season is upon us, and I don’t know about you, but I’ll need a break. Several, actually. I mean, the Florida sun can be brutal and if you’re not able (or willing) to garden at sunrise, the heat can really drain the energy from the body. What better way to reenergize than […]

Learn why you need lye to make soap and how to handle it safely. Our great great grandmothers made soap without having to use a caustic chemical, so why do we? The short answer is that our grandmothers manufactured their own caustic chemical of sorts, called potash, by combining hardwood ashes and water. This created […]

​ A hearty soup with all of your favorite vegetables! It’s fresh, it’s warm and it’s so cozy even in the summertime! I know. Soup in the summertime? Have I gone mad? Well, yes, I’m always a little crazy, but I find that there’s something even more cozy about soup in the summertime. You know, […]

Five Food Finds about the Martini: A classic martini is gin or vodka, a splash of dry vermouth (French-white) and an olive or a lemon twist garnish. Italian immigrant bartender Martini di Arma di Taggia in New York City is said to have invent the drink around World War I.

I spend an inordinate amount of time deciding which recipes to share. My biggest problem is that there are so many recipes I want to share, things that get me doing the jiggy because it’s so...  Read More » The post Request a recipe! appeared first on RecipeTin Eats.

Laura’s Review of Wicked and the Wallflower by Sarah MacLean Historical romance released by Avon on June 19, 2018 When Wicked Comes Calling . . . When a mysterious stranger finds his way into her bedchamber and offers his help in landing a duke, Lady Felicity Faircloth agrees—on one condition. She’s seen enough of the world […]

Hi friends! I hope you’ve been following along with the Decades series we’ve had every month so far this year. I’m loving it, and have discovered not only many new to me authors, but wonderful stories as well. Today we welcome Wayne Jordan, who came up with this entire wonderful project of these ~connected books. You […]

Yep, more Sunset pictures.It's been quite hot here on the Colorado Front Range this week, leading one to ride when things cool off.There's also several fires going on around the state, the one that made the news being the 416 Fire in the SW portion of the state.It's led to more smoke particulate in the […]

Hi FolksI was notified by SonjaM, one of my faithful readers, that her comments weren't getting published.I checked the "awaiting moderation" section of blogger and sure enough, hers and other folks' comments were sitting there and I had not received the usual email notifications telling me someone had commented.So, apparently it's a "known issue" with […]

Frequently we hear folks of a certain age bemoaning progress and the passage of time. They wish for bygone days when life was simpler. Not me. Especially after reading  Call the Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times  by Jennifer Worth. The author first gives us a little history of maternal healthcare before […]

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Castles of the Mind Seahouses, Northumberland Friday 14th – Sunday 16th September 2018 Do we have ‘castles of the mind’? Traditionally, ancient castles were build where there was trouble… Do we have the equivalent in our minds and emotions? Have … Continue reading →

Inventing your own product and getting people to back it and buy it isn’t easy, but if you’re determined like Tech Sgt. Tom Burden was, you can make it happen. Read More

A Brooklyn Marine received two Medals of Honor for heroism a century ago, but he also used two different names during his service. Read More