A Kulokk

A year or two ago, Abigail and I became entranced by kulning, Swedish herding calls sung to bring the cows in from the mountains. The videos of Jonna Jinton really inspired us, and soon we were trying to teach ourselves the lovely melodies that Jonna sung. This last July, while visiting my parents in Seattle, I found a book entitled "Sing 'til the Cows Come Home" by Peggy Larson, so of course I...

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An Octoberfest Celebration

A Small Note: These photos were taken last year, 2018, but for whatever reason I never got around to writing the story to share it with you. I hope you will enjoy it nonetheless -  September is drawing to a close, and here we are approaching the first of October. Last year I got it in my head to host an Octoberfest party, and what a grand time we had! I must say, thinking back I do believe...

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An Autumn Wardrobe

Hello Friends, as many of you know I simply adore fashion! I've never really been one to follow the latest trends though, I know what I like and I wear it. Most of my tastes revolve around vintage and retro styles (perhaps with some old fashioned librarian thrown in for good measure), and I especially like pairing vintage hats with my outfits. Summer is now over here in Southeast Alaska, and I...

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Autumn in the Mountains

A Small Note: These photos were taken last year, 2018, but for whatever reason I never got around to writing the story to share it with you. I hope you will enjoy it nonetheless -  Autumn has come again to Southeast Alaska! As you know Friend, Autumn happens to be my most favorite season of all the year. Quinn and I just hiked our favorite trail yesterday - up to the top of the Eaglecrest...

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