Category Archives: Family

Order and wreckage

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

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

Waiting for the judges…

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EKA – how tall will she be at 15?

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

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

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

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

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Rockets and cones

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

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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