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November Tulips
As the calendar nudged into November, I dug through nearly two inches of frozen dirt to plant tulip bulbs. I felt compelled to finish this task before I left on a flight to visit my parents in Portland. They are … Read the rest
Read MoreOctober’s Tasty Harvest
It rained medallions of gold this past week as birch trees released their last leaves to the cool air of autumn. In years past we’ve had termination dust by late August in time for the state fair, but this year … Read the rest
Read More28 Valentines of February
We are gaining daylight by noticeable moments each day. Valentine’s Day marks the turning point of winter in Alaska. Winter’s parting gift of light could not be more welcome, more treasured even than roses and chocolate.
This year that gift … Read the rest
Read MoreLeaving Room for Holiday Surprises
Snow is falling outside my window. Gentle flakes stack lightly on each other, so that by noon I’m guessing the dogs will be romping in knee-deep powder. The scent of baking wafts from the kitchen and I cannot help but … Read the rest
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Migration: Moving to a New Season
Winter-weary Alaskans were not the only ones who took notice of our late breakup this year. An April snowstorm and an unusually cold spring meant a chilly homecoming for thousands of migratory birds. They arrived by the hundreds only to … Read the rest
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