Well good morning world (in Alaska world that is)!
Yes, I changed my blog’s look once again (as much as I loved the last one, it was just SLIGHTLY too colorful for us—but since we ARE having a girl, I left some girlie touches!)Oh, this is a brag post for Andrew as well: Our latest salmon! MMM!!!
After church on Sunday, we drove to a place called Aleyska. It’s a popular area for those who just want to get away from Anchorage once in a while and enjoy skiing, good food and ritzy hotel (it kind of reminds me of Townsend TN a bit with all the bike riding trails we found there and the amazing scenic beauty that surrounded us—except instead of TN rednecks, you have AK hippies. But I’m not complaining: at least hippies make good coffee! Haha!)
Our plan was to hike a trail that would lead us to a hand tram (a little basket you get in and pull yourself over to the other side in; very neat!). So after exploring the resort a bit, we got directions to the trail and headed out. The trail was VERY icy and almost dangerous (thus, take the advice of the hiking books and go at the recommended times in the summer months! This was crazy!), but we were absolutely determined to get to that hand tram!
This one was a deliciously made cedar plank salmon (for the recipe, go to food network and look up cedar plank salmon). This was his pride and joy, and the best part was we got to share it over a meal with friends! So much fun—great conversation and good food: does it get any better than that??
Onwards!
The week has begun, but before I start on what I have this week thus far, I wanted to share some weekend goodies with you: our latest hike!
After church on Sunday, we drove to a place called Aleyska. It’s a popular area for those who just want to get away from Anchorage once in a while and enjoy skiing, good food and ritzy hotel (it kind of reminds me of Townsend TN a bit with all the bike riding trails we found there and the amazing scenic beauty that surrounded us—except instead of TN rednecks, you have AK hippies. But I’m not complaining: at least hippies make good coffee! Haha!)
Our plan was to hike a trail that would lead us to a hand tram (a little basket you get in and pull yourself over to the other side in; very neat!). So after exploring the resort a bit, we got directions to the trail and headed out. The trail was VERY icy and almost dangerous (thus, take the advice of the hiking books and go at the recommended times in the summer months! This was crazy!), but we were absolutely determined to get to that hand tram!
The hand tram!!
Well, three miles later we got to it… and someone had severed the rope!!! Punks L
We were so disappointed. At least we brought a little cheer me up in the form of pretzel M&Ms! (Thanks mom and dad! We have cleaned them off—they were DELICIOUS!!). Afterwards, we hiked back with the goal to hike it again soon…. Once the ice melts away that is!
We also changed our tires out for the summer months (I guess it’s a law here to have them off by May 1st). I had brought Eli for a walk, but when I got back, I ended up helping Andrew with the last tire a bit. So I put him in the car, haha!
Hello up there Eli!! (Let’s just say he was ready to be lowered off of those jacks and get out of the car once we were done! What a funny pup).
Andrew and I have also been super convicted lately of the way we do life. It’s not like we do anything bad or our lifestyle is sinful, but you start to think about how you do life a little more when you have a little one on the way. You want to raise them right and do what is best for them. You want to train and discipline them in the way of the Lord and see their lives blossom in the joy as God intended them to! Yet how do you do that when your own life is not consistent in the way you want to lead them? How do the blind lead the blind (Luke 6:39)? Thus, this week, I have been praying God open my eyes to the way we DO life and how certain things in our life (whether its diet, sweets, poorly managing time, being distracted, not intentional in our marriage, etc). The more I contemplate these train of thoughts, the more I will ask you what you think or what you would suggest to us soon-to-be parents, because we need ALL the advice we can get!
Well, time to take my other responsibility on a walk ;)
But today, I will be in a more cautious mode than I have on our last walks:
Therefore, no fear, only prayer and discernment. This is my new life afterall!!
Be praying for us! HAHA!
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” 2 Timothy 1:7
Therefore, no fear, only prayer and discernment. This is my new life afterall!!
Until next time….
WOW! You two sure live life to the FULLEST!! Loved the way the salmon looked...wish I could have TASTED it though :)
ReplyDeleteYou and Andrew are so wise to start thinking about child rearing BEFORE the baby arrives. Most of us just "muddle through" raising our children. We take classes on everything else, but we just leave child rearing to chance- crazy isn't it?? There are so many good Christian books out there by wonderful Christian authors "Dare To Discipline" is a good one by my favorite- Dr. James Dobson. I'm sure there are TONS more choose from. i bet you could also find some great parenting classes/ seminars in your area. I think it was a SIGN that I purchased
"Bringing Up Girls" by Dobson...I will gladly give it to you when you come in May, Kate. It really has some WONDERFUL advice...especially for Andrew. The Father-Daughter relationship is CRUCIAL...I don't think most of us realize how important that bond really is :)
Well, I throughly enjoy your blog..I like the new format! Take good care- I love you all :D XOXOXO
Hey Kati,
ReplyDeleteI like reading your blog. However,
I was so ill when I saw the rope had been cut!!! That is one of my favorite spots to go in the summer (and places to bring people bc in the summer its a super easy and beautiful hike). I told a few of my friends here the sad state of the hand tram and they were saddened and shocked as well! I hope Alyeska fixes it in time for summer. Otherwise, we will have to swim the glacier fed creek. JK!
BTW, Parkview Terrace was almost down to one moose. The small bull jumped out in front of me from the neighborhood onto the Loop Road. He seemed friendly enough, so if you and Eli do encounter him, he will probably just keep going on his way.
I have been slacking on walking Hank but need to resume that... I may call you later today to see if you and E. feel like joining us.
Talk to you soon--
Lacy
Thanks mom for the comment! Yes, we are trusting God for the parenting but actively learning all we can right now!! Thanks for being a great example :)
ReplyDeleteAnd yes Lacy, I was just as sad (probably not as sad as you, but pretty sad). I do hope its repaired soon!! Glad you encountered the moose first-- you always give me a little boost of courage when I hear of your bravery and love for the wildlife here! Thanks for letting me know about baby bull :) Look forward to seeing you tomorrow night!