Book and Shoveling

Julia was interviewed some time ago about a viral social media incident involving her 2023 study on Antarctic ice shelves. The authors have published a book—and she's in it! Very exciting.

Back in Fairbanks, the snow keeps coming. The snowplough was a no-show four days in a row, so Julia dug herself out. They have a very long driveway. 

Benjamin and Julia have planned their joint-ish bachelor/bachelorette parties for July 3 - 5 in Traverse City. Ricky made the save-the-date card. :) They are organizing wedding events on their own timeline and in their own way--love it! No ceremony/reception date yet. We're just so happy that they are happy. 

On the home front, we went to some open houses with Brenda. Washington, DC, is finally enjoying some warmer weather.

Chumstock 2026 and Big Move

Julia attended Chumstock 2026, a climate solutions conference north of Seattle, Washington. Megan also participated. Lots of fun and beautiful photos. Meanwhile, Benjamin and Ricky traveled from Traverse City, MI, to Albuquerque, NM, with stops in Minneapolis (hi, Wes!), Denver (hi, Elizabeth and Chelsea), and other iconic Breaking Bad locations. They arrived safely, and Benjamin started his training yesterday. 

On the home front, most of the Sarrges aren't home. :) Lisa connected with Kathryn in London over the weekend. Ethan is in Japan. Tony, Mom, Steven, and I went to see, I Lay Awake, which was very good. 

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!