Monthly Archives: October 2009

October 18th – Alaska Day

Alaska Day, I would argue, means next to nothing to most people—even to most Alaskans—unless they have some connection to Sitka. Elsewhere in the state, it’s a day off for just about everybody. A few towns hold small events or … Continue reading

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It’s Time to Decorate for Halloween – Just in Case!

It’s a classic autumn day on the homestead! Aly and I have a date to decorate the cabin for Halloween. I love the yearly ritual of decorating, but it does strike me as a little odd. After all, there are … Continue reading

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