Reunited in Traverse City

Julia and Benjamin reunited in Traverse City, MI, with the Saunders--including Rickie! Julia tried skate skiing for the first time at VASA Pathway, a state forest with a series of trails. They made one of their favorite dishes—bacon-wrapped scallops. Yum.

Lisa and Tony attended a wedding in Florida. Mom is still currently in Florida visiting Regina.

In DC, I met Vera, Vickie, and Maggie at the GW Textile Museum for a lunar celebration. It is the Year of the Horse. It’s hard to believe the girls are 4. The cutest picture is of Vickie giving Maggie a big hug and kiss. So sweet.

Steven and I attended "Oklahoma!" at AU—didn't like it at all. :( I guess not every show can be a winner. 

Minneapolis Visit

Julia has left Fairbanks for somewhat better weather in Minneapolis. She is visiting friends, which of course includes an epic steak night with Sam and Hannah and many other good eats with Wes, Tatiana, Anne, Matt, Jerry, Sanath, and Ally (to mention a few)!

On the home front, Brenda has settled back in DC with her pets Abbey and Indy. It’s so nice to have her less than a mile away and working at the World Bank Group. Steven caught up with Aaron for coffee. We enjoyed a chill Valentine's Day and special cards from our GT daughter, Elizabeth!

 

Super Bowl and Super Cold

Julia somehow continues to bear the cold in Fairbanks. Megan and her went cross-country skiing. Also pictured is her homemade chili for the Super Bowl and the Alaska Coffee Roasting Company (treats!). Benjamin is off the grid for this upcoming week, literally trying to survive in the woods somewhere. 

In the DMV, it was a party at the Sarrge's! Deep-fried turkey, 40 lbs of wings, and snacks for days... It was nice to see Ethan sporting The Ohio State sweatshirt and mom before she had to jet off to bells practice. :)

Nanooks for the Win

It's hard to complain about our weather when you consider how much colder it is in Fairbanks. Julia has been busy with work, cross-country skiing, creating art, and attending a University of Alaska hockey game, the Nanooks versus the Sharks (Long Island University). The Nanooks won! She experienced a boiler pipe leak and continues to deal with the joys and responsibilities of renting and managing a home in Alaska. 

Mom went to New Hampshire to visit Julie and her family. :) Here in DC, our car's battery died after sitting unused in the cold. AAA was quick and thorough.