On Saturday afternoon I was decorating the house for Christmas and I was a little damp-eyed as I set up the little Christmas tree that always sits on the kitchen…
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I went to a French rock concert
And I thoroughly enjoyed it! Except maybe I should bring ear protection next time, that was kinda loud. I had a goal to get out and do more things this…
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It’s ludicrous how little I’ve blogged this month
So many things to update you on! I’ve been busy this month, and when I wasn’t busy, I was moaning about how busy I just was, and then spent hours…
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HOME!
There was plenty of construction during my last leg home. It was sunny. It rained. Same ol’ story. I saw a moose though! Any ideas I had about how my…
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Canada Day in Dawson City, and Vacation Prep!
The sun was HOT when we gathered to watch the parade yesterday! We stood near the corner of 5th and Church with our friends Kyle and Cerys. After the parade,…
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Wednesday fire situation updates (..updated)
Here’s a picture of Hank and me looking out the window this morning! Here are some of the latest fire updates, in case you’re worried about Dawson! Latest view across…
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Nothing much new
Fires are still burning. Evacuation alerts are still in place. More structures have sprinklers on them. No buildings have been lost to fire. The Dempster and the Klondike highway were…
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Smoky day, ash everywhere
Not much to report on tonight, but I know some of you will be waiting for an update. It was so smoky this morning, and it has stayed that way…
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No way out…
Well that’s kinda dramatic. You could take a plane or your boat or built a raft. So it’s not that dire. But the Top of the World Highway is closed…
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Well… it’s not better this evening
Current status: We’ve got fires, evacuation alerts, smoke plumes, helicopter and bomber air traffic, lines of backed-up traffic, and a few panicked tourists. Evacuation alerts (to be ready to go…
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Fires all around, road closed, and we replaced a fuse!
Best news first! With ChatGPT’s help, we’ve found a 20V fuse that was dead in one of my truck’s 3 fuse boxes, and once it was replaced, I have a…
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The boat has been launched
I’m so neglectful with my blogging. I draft all my stories in my head and then run out of time and I don’t get my fingers to follow through on…
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Mary Walsh, firewood, night on the town, and homemade sausage
Last week we went to see “A Night with Mary Walsh”. Organized by the Canadian North Arctic Comedy Festival, it was held in our historical Palace Grand theatre. If you…
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May long weekend highlights: Gold show, Doors Open, moose, bbq, and a baby!
It wasn’t the May 2-4 long weekend that we expected, but it was the one we had (and enjoyed!). Jeff’s truck is in the shop, so we couldn’t go camping…
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Roast beef, Gertie’s Opening Night, and ATV ride!
A week ago, Jeff invited a few friends over to help him eat a big roast beef he cooked. We had carrots and potatoes and a herb and cheese bread,…
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The Yukon River broke! Plus crocuses, and a BEAR!
One of the most exciting days every year, the ice broke on the Yukon River this morning and the river is flowing again! Here’s a video from Jeff’s office window:…
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SPRING! So much food this week!
My, how quickly have we gone from this: To this! And now to puddles!! It’s been a busy week! (Sally is still with us. Quiet and mostly sleeping – she’s…
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Hike, Bonton, and uh-oh
Yesterday the sun came out, the sky was clear, and I hit the trail for a lunchtime hike. I start my work day at 7am so I have extra time…
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Christmas 2024
We’ve had a nice little Christmas season here in Dawson City. This year, we were destined to have fewer presents under our tree anyway (thanks to the Canada Post strike),…
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Museum Fundraising Auction 2024
We hosted our annual fundraising auction at the Dawson City Museum on Saturday night. It’s a big event and the highlight of the year for many! The museum employees are…
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