Next week, I’m going to Alaska.
I’m going to see ice sculptures like this:
and soak in these exact hot springs:
and hopefully see the sky do this (it’s the best time of year for it):
This is a 30th birthday adventure for a whole bunch of my college friends (7 of us). The ever lovely Patti Ventura put the plan into action. I suspect I will be forever grateful.
I’m also extremely grateful to the Minnesotans who sent me winter wear that will keep me from perishing in a hostile climate.




I’m so hiding in your suitcase.
Comment by missyann — February 29, 2008 @ 1:33 pm
Que tenga un buen viaje!
Comment by Joy — February 29, 2008 @ 3:42 pm
it brings icicles to my eyes….
Comment by p$ — February 29, 2008 @ 5:44 pm
argh! i’m so jealous! have an awesome time!
is patti going to the trans health conference in philly this year? will you tell her i’m going to be there?
Comment by aleah — March 4, 2008 @ 7:15 pm
make me jealous….
Comment by wayan aditya — March 5, 2008 @ 9:16 am
Hello!
My name is Maya. I am doing some research about Alaskan hot springs for a TV show I am working on.
I was wondering if you could tell me which hot spring this one is.
It looks amazing!! Great pics, too.
Thanks for your help.
M
Comment by Maya — October 7, 2009 @ 2:03 pm