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10-28-2008, 12:07 AM
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I think I am better now :)
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Arizona & Alaska
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I guess you don't wear heels much then do you. 
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Not for a few years, but bet I can still run further and faster in them than you....back in the day didn't know what flat boots were for....duh wanna race |
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10-28-2008, 04:54 PM
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I live in NC but my heart is in Alaska
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Alaska, where women win the Iditarod and men mush poodles!
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I've never worn heels in my life.
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10-28-2008, 07:57 PM
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I'll keep my guns. You keep the Change!
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Wasilla, Alaska
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Originally Posted by Barkingowl
I've never worn heels in my life.
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10-28-2008, 09:06 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Oklahoma(formerly SoCalif) Originally Mich,
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I use to wear high heels down to the Barn to do chores |
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10-30-2008, 05:09 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Smyrna, GA
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Megensmom: After reading your blog about preparing to move, moving, fixing up the house, bears, school, etc., I really believe you should expand it to a book. I've found you and your family adventure very interesting. I've also loved reading all the other bloggers expert advice and believe it should be part of the book. It might be a great way to spend your winter hours. After all, Alaska is our last great frontier and your experience with using the internet for advice has been wonderful reading.
A Fan!
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10-30-2008, 06:15 PM
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Location: US
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-30 already? I'm cold and its only in the 40's or 50's here.  |
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10-30-2008, 07:18 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Wasilla, Alaska
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megensmom, you probably already know this, but should you find yourself stuck in the snow and nobody around, don't try to hike out. Stay with the vehicle. The vehicle will provide shelter.
A few years ago an entire family died when they're vehicle ran into trouble on the Glenn Highway past Sutton and they tried to hike down the road for help. They were found frozen to death less than 5 miles from their vehicle.
If the vehicle is stuck in the snow, but the engine still runs, make absolutely certain the exhaust is not burried in the snow. Otherwise you will be nice and warm right up until you die of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Winter in Alaska can be a serious health hazard if you aren't prepared. I'm glad to hear that you and your family made it home safely.
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10-30-2008, 07:28 PM
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Location: Oklahoma(formerly SoCalif) Originally Mich,
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11-02-2008, 05:36 PM
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megensmom,
Since you live in such a remote place, you may want to consider getting an amateur radio license and a radio. It's actually quite easy now - you don't need to learn morse code anymore. I always take one with me if I venture out into the boonies. It gives you peace of mind to know you can turn on the radio and call for help. Cell phones aren't always reliable.
Check out the following link:
Emergency Radio
I would suggest you locate a local club as they could clue you in to the best bands to operate on in the mountains of Alaska.
It would also make a great hobby for the kids when the winter weather keeps them inside. They could talk to people all over the world. |
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11-02-2008, 10:50 PM
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I think I am better now :)
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Arizona & Alaska
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Originally Posted by KMSFLA
megensmom,
Since you live in such a remote place, you may want to consider getting an amateur radio license and a radio. It's actually quite easy now - you don't need to learn morse code anymore. I always take one with me if I venture out into the boonies. It gives you peace of mind to know you can turn on the radio and call for help. Cell phones aren't always reliable.
Check out the following link:
Emergency Radio
I would suggest you locate a local club as they could clue you in to the best bands to operate on in the mountains of Alaska.
It would also make a great hobby for the kids when the winter weather keeps them inside. They could talk to people all over the world. |
Good suggestion, especially for the kids, wonder how far they could go... |
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