The ceilings in our basement are too short for the door mounted chin-up bars so it was installed in the doorway to Lina's craft room. Store bought chin-up bars were too expensive and difficult to install in our weird basement. Then I remembered that I still have the … [Read more...] about Re-purposed 3/4″ Black Pipe Turned into a Chin-up Bar
New Great Dale Front Window
The front window was leaking like a sieve and we had a new window put in the front. The window guy recommended a tinted window, and I think it looks great! … [Read more...] about New Great Dale Front Window
Worst Earthquake Park Ever!
Our last day in Anchorage, I had to see Earthquake Park. I expected to see asphalt vertically jutting up several feet off the ground in places etc., etc., but no, there is nothing to see here. Just trees, bushes, and regular urban trail stuff. Bring your DEET mosquito spray too. … [Read more...] about Worst Earthquake Park Ever!
Valdez, AK
The day after the incredible kayak trip around Columbia Glacier, I decided to take Valdez in. The population is about 4,000 and so an easy walk from one side of town to the other. Here is a fun fact, Valdez calls itself, "The Switzerland of Alaska". Not because it is a safe … [Read more...] about Valdez, AK
Sea Kayak Trip to Columbia Glacier
The reason we were in Alaska in the first place was for Chris's work. He had a two day training job to do that left me with some time alone in town to explore the area. Chris gifted me with a special kayak trip in Prince William sound to explore Columbia Glacier. So while Chris … [Read more...] about Sea Kayak Trip to Columbia Glacier