Long Time no....post.

Hello everyone - My apologies for being so terrible at updating my blog. I've had a lot going on lately, but no more excuses, just lots of stories to tell! So here we go.....I'm going to start a few weeks back to catch everyone up:

After getting back from Alaska, end of Sept, I spent the next few weeks catching up with family and friends. I was able to spend a great Homecoming weekend in Marshall at my Almamater: SMSU (Go Mustangs!) and with my wonderful college crew - it was great to see you guys - it's not often enough that I can hang out with all of you and I miss you terribly!

On Oct. 12th, Dewey flew into MSP to spend the week around Minnesota and South Dakota. He wasn't here long, so it was mainly a trip for him to meet my immediate family and a few friends along the way. He was even able to meet Dad via Skype! As promised, we got to spend a morning at the Mall of America where he rode a roller coaster and the log ride with me. He really got off easy as far as shopping though since I didn't drag him into any of my favorite clothing stores!

We also made it to church Wed. night in Mankato, and spent the following two days with mom in Jackson where I crammed as much as I possibly could into the Jetta for the trip west.

Dewey was amazed at how flat the country was and how you could see for miles and miles. Needless to say, he took lots of pictures. Personally, I liked to laugh at how he was "rediscovering" life in the lower 48, after being in the Alaskan woods for 10 years!

On Sat. the 16th we left for Vermillion to spend the day with my sister and her fiance', Len. We went bowling that evening and I kicked Dewey's butt two out of three games!

The next day we went to Huron to see Lance and hang out. We had a good time watching his big screen and shooting the shit.

The photos attached to this post are of Dewey's arrival at MSP and his trip to the MOA the next day.

On Monday morning we left my brothers to start out road tip to Washington.

To be continued.....

Future Plans

9/16/2010


Now that I am getting ready to end the season, many of you may be wondering where the next stop on my adventure is (since you keep asking)...well...I'm moving to Washington!

I'm planning on being back in the Midwest for about a month. Arriving in MSP on the 23rd at 6:30. From there, mom has most of my weekends already filled with visiting Lance, dress shopping with Amanda, and of course, I squeezed in the SMSU homecoming weekend, so I can visit, see, and catch up with all my college friends. (Can't wait!)

Around the middle to end of Oct. Dewey will be flying in to meet the family and some of my friends, hanging out for about a week and seeing the best of the Midwest.

Then we are planning a road trip out through SD, WY, CO, MT, ending in Washington. (He's never seen Mt. Rushmore, Yellowstone, The Royal Gorge, etc.... so I figured this would be the perfect opportunity!)

After that, we will be living in Leavenworth, WA. It's a cute little German town in the middle of the Cascade Mountains/State of Washington. (I'm picturing something a little more "German" and "touristy" than New Ulm, but along those same lines.) I've been hearing a lot of cool things about the town and the fun little shops (a lot of local artist or unique art work is sold there), and how they go completely nuts for the holidays - Christmas especially - how fitting is that for a person who has 7 Christmas trees! Or, about the fun German restaurants in town.

We are renting a house by the golf course, complete with pickle ball court in the backyard. (I'm told this is similar to tennis, but with a smaller rubber ball and ping-pong like paddles.....??? Hum.... What I find more funny is that the house is named "Pickle Haus" and we just happened to nickname Dewey "Do-Pickle" (for no particular reason) last summer.) I've just started to apply for jobs in the area, and since Dewey grew up a short drive from there, he has several connections to help him find work this winter. Ideally, we would both like to get jobs at Steven's Pass, the ski resort 15 min. up the mountain from Leavenworth. (wish us luck).

Anyway, we have a lot more room that we probably need, so if you feel like a visit or trip out west, give us a call! We'd love to see you.

I am planning to continue with the blog. After all, I'm sure inquiring minds will want to see my klutzy self on skis, snowboard, snowshoes, etc.
Not to mention, my Alaska friends will need photographic proof of Dewey in the mall (decked out in his Carhearts and Xtra Tuff Boots.)

Until next time - Sharon

9/14/2010

Holy Smokes Batman - it's been a whole month since my last blog entry....my apologies!

Things here at the lodge are winding down, as the end of the season is in sight. We have exactly 6 days after today left with guests, and I have only 8 days left at the lodge.

But before I get into my upcoming plans, I need to backtrack and show you what I've been up to in the last month.

First, check out the King Salmon I caught while "Mooching for Kings" with Sean. This wasn't quite as big as the King I got at the beginning of the season, but a lot of fun because the way we fished gave me more to do than just sit back and watch my rod tip bob up and down.

Anyway...here are the photos:

Enjoy - Sharon

More photos from Bailey Bay

Here are a few more photos from the Bailey Bay hike.

Enjoy - Sharon