Bumper Sticker for the Day

Driving home from work this afternoon, once again, we ran across a uniquely Alaskan sentiment….

VEGETARIAN – Eskimo Word For Bad Hunter

Are you starting to see a trend in bumper sticker ideals?

Bullwinkle sightings are on the rise. We have had so much snow and above average lengths for cold snaps (coldest March on record) more moose than normal are coming down from the mountains to feast on tasty shrubbery in the city. Friday we had two across the street from our house (Squirt talked to them from the tank). Saturday, we saw two coming home from a friend’s house, Sunday there was one on a nearby main drag and Monday, there was one close to Seward Highway plus (BONUS) one was sunning herself on the football field we walk by regularly. Squirt got to see one from the street instead of the car or house. We left though when the Husky started trying to herd it and the moose lunged for the Husky. (People really should use leashes up here.) Squirt was a little disappointed the Husky was more interested in chasing a moose than talking to him. Squirt quickly recovered and pressed on.

Speaking of Seward, Monday is Seward’s Day – an Alaskan State Holiday. We still have to work. I somehow missed Alaska Day last October. We must have had to work then also.

Tomorrow is a day for high hopes. Supposedly, Squirt’s Limo will return to our possession. I am SO looking forward to it. This will be the third time we will call and check to see if it is ready.

Snow did fall here today which I am glad because the temperatures warmed up. Sunday was another fantastically sunny day and the entire family sat on the front porch watching the scenery, sunset and generally relaxing. It was warm enough to be out without a coat or shoes. Of course, it was still 15 degrees but still it felt like a warm front compared to recent temps.

Gray Whales will soon be back in the area. Prime watching time is between March and May while they are migrating to the North Artic Ocean. Sounds like a good day trip for late April!