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  • Thank You From Mom

    Freddie and I wish to thank Pablo and Family for the beautiful Mailbox sheets and Calendar they sent Fred. Its nice to know we have lots of people in our prayer circle. It”s nice to know that Bill has really nice friends. The light house pictures are beautiful and the verses on the note sheets…

  • Overtime Now Manditory

    Rough Monday. Life feels unbearable. Sikorsky Aircraft treats workers like machines, no sensitivity. They’re making Saturdays work days, mandatory overtime. I’d rather die than lose my weekends. Looking for a job, might be less active on this site. Maybe it’s just a bad day, maybe I’ll get fired. Who knows?

  • Mount Mansfield This Weekend

    Brrr… January bite be damned, Mount Mansfield and I have a date this Saturday. Snowshoes strapped, breath a frosty dragon, I’ll be whispering down the Long Trail, solo and serenaded by the Chin’s wind symphony. Marcy wisely opts for fireside comfort, leaving me to chase winter’s frosted crown. No fancy ropes or crampons, just me,…

  • Dad and Chemo

    “Hi just a up date on dad, Fri evening the sick feeling hit him and left us scrambling to the pharmacy to fill a prescription that he was to fill earlier but didnt. Well Sat. morning at 9:30 we finally got the med. after he’d spent a nauseated night! He had a sleepless night Friday…

  • Mount Greylock Sunrise Hike

    Mount Greylock Sunrise Hike, Jan 24, 2004 – a memorable day in my adventure diary. All set to see the day’s first rays from Massachusetts’ highest peak, but I missed the sunrise by 20 minutes. It’s like arriving at a party just as they’re cutting the cake. Imagine this: -40 degrees at the top, winds…

  • Update on Dad

    Dad’s Chemo Rodeo: Wranglin’ Side Effects and Unpacking Surprises Howdy, blogosphere! Buckle up for a Montana yarn about the wild west of my dad’s chemo journey. Hold onto your Stetsons, ’cause it’s a tale with twists and turns like a backcountry trail, but trust me, it’s full of grit and heart, just like the folks…

  • Mount Greylock: Where Coffee Dreams Meet Mountain Screams (Probably Not, But Hopefully Not)

    Howdy, you fellow trail mix aficionados and fellow sufferers of the “pre-dawn-alarm-is-this-worth-it?” blues! This weekend, your friendly neighborhood Missoula misfit (that’s me!) is gearing up for a Mount Greylock adventure that promises to be equal parts breathtaking views and questionable life choices (namely, the 4 AM wake-up call). But hey, ain’t that the Montana motto?…

  • Photography

    Yo, fellow cabin-hibernators and snow angels in training! Winter blues got you singing sad shanties to the windchimes? Ditch the fuzzy socks and cocoa coma, cuz a celestial shindig is brewing in Lake Placid, and it’s hotter than a yeti in a sauna! Yup, I’m talking about the Full Moon Party – a frosty fiesta…

  • Wanna Go?

    Howdy, fellow Montanans and friends of the quirky! Buckle up, ’cause today’s blog post is a whirlwind of dad updates, weekend wanderlust, and the occasional sprinkle of self-deprecating humor (because hey, nobody’s perfect, especially when it comes to punctuality in this town). First things first, a major shoutout to the Big Sky himself! My dad’s…

  • New From Alaska

    Ah, the great Alaskan chill, where temperatures plunge into the “this can’t be real” territory. Forty below? That’s not just cold; that’s the kind of cold that sends even the most adventurous souls scurrying for the coziest nook by the fire. But as the saying goes, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable…

  • Journey Through Dad’s Cancer Treatment

    It’s been a journey marked by strength, resilience, and an overwhelming amount of love and support. The updates from mom provide a window into this challenging yet hopeful path that dad is bravely walking. Monday’s Milestone: The week started with a significant step – dad’s surgery at the hospital to insert a port. This crucial…

  • Embracing the Spirit of Greylock

    Excitement is in the air as I set out for an adventure that promises to be both physically challenging and spiritually enriching. My destination? The majestic Greylock Summit. With my backpack ready and camera in hand, I am set to embark on this journey at 7 AM from the Hopper Trail parking area. The path…

  • Lighthouse Pictures Posted

    I just came back from the beach and I got some lighthouse pictures for dad. I almost froze my self to death taking these but they were worth it. Some of the best shots I think I have taken this year. Check them out in the photo section under new. Please feel free to vote…

  • Prepping for Greylock’s Grandeur

    It’s the kind of day that screams for adventure, and I’m all ears! Today’s agenda is clear: hit the adventure stores for some essential shopping, then head back to pack for an evening rendezvous with none other than Greylock. That’s right, I’m planning a hike to the Greylock Summit, traversing the snowshoe trails over Mt.…

  • Update on Dad—Jan.15th

    Strength, Hope, and the Road Ahead: Dad’s Cancer Update January 15, 2004, marked a significant day in our family’s journey. I’m here to share an update on Dad’s condition, a blend of hope, apprehension, and a call for your continued support. Mom and I just returned from Dr. Dickey’s office, where we received more details…

  • News About Dad

    Navigating the Storm: Dad’s Cancer Journey Begins I received a message from Mom yesterday that’s been weighing on my heart, and I feel compelled to share it with you all. It’s about Dad’s health, a journey that’s just begun, and one that’s going to test us in ways we never imagined. We’ve just learned that…

  • Jeepers Creepers II

    Last nights movie was Jeepers Creepers II. Yea, it wasn’t bad. I did find it engaging and better than the first one. Special effects were a little hokey. This morning I went skiing but didn’t ski. For some reason I just sat in the car and listened to Howard Stern. I will try tonight to…

  • Phamly Photos Posted

    A Stroll Down Memory Lane: The Unseen Chapters of Phamly Photos Picture this: It’s January 15, 2004, a day like any other, until a digital time capsule opens up on my screen. Mom, the unofficial family historian, has just posted two new photos of Uncle Bob and his family. And let me tell you, it’s…