Vet or Sister?

J # 4 

It was a little touch and go this morning. Jaydyn was determined that she wanted to be a vet and nothing else. Most days this wouldn't be a problem, actually on any other day of the year, I would be very proud of her for making this decision. However, this morning she wanted to be a vet instead of a big sister. She kept Jeni and I up in the air for a few minutes on her decision. It was long enough that Jeni was starting to look for the baby how to books on how to deal with this situation! After a good ten minutes though, she changed her mind and said that as long as she could be both, being a big sister would be okay. 

Well, she must be really ok with it now because she is pretty darn excited to be calling grandparents on the phone to tell them the details that she is going to be a big sister and even a baby boy would be alright to have in the house.

Will the stitching on the boots be BLUE or PINK?  Stay tuned, baby J will be coming in June.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

3J Masons + 1

The Aurora decided to come show off a little yesterday morning! It was around 3 AM when I noticed that they were out. I think, no I know, that Jeni thinks I am crazy when I crawl out of a perfectly warm bed to put on all my cold weather gear and go stand outside for hours on end when it is -25 F outside. The Northern Lights are awesome to photograph and watch though. It is usually very quite outside and is a good time to clear your head and just enjoy one of the awesome natural wonders of this world. 

As I stood outside shooting these photos I kept hearing some clicking noises off in the distance that eventually kept getting closer and closer. After about ten minutes the clicking noises were getting very close to me and were joined with some very deep growling noises. It was enough in the darkness of the night to get my blood pumping a little bit faster and get a few hairs on the back of my neck to stand on end even though I was within twenty yards of the house. I turned off my little flashlight that I use to check my camera settings and let my eyes adjust for the darkness of the night. Finally after a minute or so I could make out the faint outlines of some caribou that were moving through the brush rather quickly about 30 yards behind me. I was relieved to know that they were caribou and not a Christmas bear out for a mid winter stroll looking to settle a hungry stomach. I hope all of you someday get a chance to head North and witness the Northern Lights like those of us that live here see fairly often. They truly are amazing! 

Hope you enjoy, until next time.

Justin

4 year old + snow + dogs + Snowmachine = FUN!

The smile says it all!

Someday!

Hugs for Kenai.

Being bossy to Kenai and Sam ;)

Follow the Leader :)

Well, it finally snowed in Cantwell! It has been above 0 for the past 72 hours and snowed about 11 to 12 inches. So, we have been out snow machining, skiing, kick sledding with the dogs, and even a little snow ball fight 4 year old style. I know it won't last long since they are already calling for below zero temps. Were having fun now though so that is what counts.

I know for many folks out there Christmas is a busy stressful time of year. Take the time to get outside, have some fun, and Relax! If all else fails put in National Lampoons Christmas Vacation, grab a bowl of popcorn, and laugh until it hurts!

Til next time

Justin

Ready to go shoot some photos!

Jaydyn and I had to get out of the house the other day despite the crazy cold temps here in Cantwell. So, we decided to hop in the truck and go shoot some photos. The sun was low on the horizon as always this time of year. The low angle light created gorgeous highlights on all the mountains. All the critters were hanging tight in the brush and timber trying to stay warm in the -35 F temps. The mountains however were showing off their beauty. So, I turned my attention to them.  I hope you all enjoy!  

Parks Highway North of Cantwell.

Denali National Park 

BRRRRRRRR!!!

Not sure how the beavers up here make it.

Denali Highway 5 minutes from the house. I love the skies in Alaska during the winter!