I managed to get back to Alaska after two months in Houston. I don't know how I did it but I managed to fit everything in two checked bags and two carry-on bags. And my luggage definitely weighed more than I do but I got everything home. We had a graduation ceremony before I left Texas. So I had to get all dressed up and meet boss people. It turned out to be pretty cool. I got to meet one of the VP's (the head of the Baroid product service line). He happened to have gone to Mines for his undergrad degree. That made my day. As did the fact Alaska took top four in the class! That'll show the Texans whose state is better.
Yurt life is back to normal other than our neighbors are moving soon which is utterly depressing. I'm not sure how we will explain to new neighbors that Roxi is basically a shared dog now. Speaking of Roxi, while I've been gone she has perfected her ladder climbing technique. And also take flying leaps off the porch which is pretty entertaining. She had not learned how to avoid porcupines, however. Three times in two days Roxi had run ins with quills according to Travis. Luckily, I have not had to remove any. Yet. I'm waiting for the day she bring a moose or a bear to the doorstep.
Yesterday we went and picked blueberries for about an hour. They are the most delicious blueberries I've ever had. So today for dinner we are trying a reindeer steak with blueberry marinade. Some things you just can't get in Texas. We also found some crow berries. They are not as tasty but I'm planning on trying to make some jelly with them since they are still good. That's about the extent of excitement for right now. Travis and I are planning on some rafting or camping adventures soon. Plus a Michigan trip will hopefully be happening soon.
Yurt life is back to normal other than our neighbors are moving soon which is utterly depressing. I'm not sure how we will explain to new neighbors that Roxi is basically a shared dog now. Speaking of Roxi, while I've been gone she has perfected her ladder climbing technique. And also take flying leaps off the porch which is pretty entertaining. She had not learned how to avoid porcupines, however. Three times in two days Roxi had run ins with quills according to Travis. Luckily, I have not had to remove any. Yet. I'm waiting for the day she bring a moose or a bear to the doorstep.
Yesterday we went and picked blueberries for about an hour. They are the most delicious blueberries I've ever had. So today for dinner we are trying a reindeer steak with blueberry marinade. Some things you just can't get in Texas. We also found some crow berries. They are not as tasty but I'm planning on trying to make some jelly with them since they are still good. That's about the extent of excitement for right now. Travis and I are planning on some rafting or camping adventures soon. Plus a Michigan trip will hopefully be happening soon.
Update, I probably get to head out to a rig next week! Likely for a week before getting on a normal two week on two off rotation.
