Category Archives: Family

Order and wreckage

Posted on 05/22/2020 by Jenny

Busy evenings the last few days. I made two hay racks and a nest box. Assembled two more cages. Slathered more paint on the bits for the roof extension and a couple other things. Made some improvements to the watering … Continue reading →

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We’re back

Posted on 01/15/2020 by Jenny

Nine months ago I made a bad decision. Hey, it’s only midnight, let’s update Two Geeks. Yeah, that went poorly. Anyway, it’s fixed now.

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2019 Alaska Science Fair

Posted on 03/30/2019 by Jenny

Waiting for the judges…

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EKA – how tall will she be at 15?

Posted on 03/21/2019 by Jenny

I am a nerd. A short nerd. I top out at 4’11”, Scott, I think, is 6′ 3″. I graphed Elizabeth’s annual height measurements, then added a trendline. Girls typically reach their full height around age 15 according to the … Continue reading →

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To be

Posted on 12/02/2018 by Jenny

He is 14. My heart will surely break when he leaves this planet. But let’s not think of that. Tonight I sink my fingers in his coat softened with age. I whisper stories into his ear about his herding prowess. … Continue reading →

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Medical costs

Posted on 10/02/2018 by Jenny

I was reviewing my claims under Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield for my recent medical emergency during my ‘help mom out’ visit to California. My out of pockets for the six prescriptions was $36.71. I am very very grateful indeed … Continue reading →

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Spring

Posted on 04/18/2018 by Jenny

Lots going on at Midtown ranch. Bulbs are blooming. Rhubarb is peeking out. Breakup is 90% complete though the dogs are still getting muddy. The backyard snow is half gone. The greenhouse is the normal disaster. Just a few more … Continue reading →

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Ice Cream Social

Posted on 07/10/2017 by scott
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Rockets and cones

Posted on 06/09/2017 by scott

Piano was cancelled tonight. So we were fortunate to be invited to two rocket launchs with a classmate.  Just a bit of Slo-Mo ​​ And then Tastee Freez for dinner. Rich found her a hat.  

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Healdsburg and ekaphants

Posted on 04/12/2017 by Jenny

Visiting my mom in Healdsburg California. Spent some time at the plaza and drove down to Oakland zoo so EKA could see elephants in person. Rode the sky tram. Road the train. Saw elephants, giraffe, elands, camels, lions, tigers, zebras, … Continue reading →

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