Going on a Visit

Living in the bush of Alaska has it's perks, like being in your own little world and forgetting about the rest of the world out there. Or how nice it is to wake up to see beauty and scenery in every direction and not worry about it being torn down to build a new housing development. Or even just the quiet that being out in seclusion brings. It's all very nice.

This month, however, we have come into town for a visit to grandma and grandpa. It has been such a nice time, but, oh how quickly I've forgotten how the hustle and bustle of life outside of the bush can be like.

The kids are in swim lessons and they're loving it, and my oldest girl is in gymnastics. I've forgotten what it's like to be carpool mom! The kids have forgotten what it's like to sit in a carseat for hours at a time and I had to recall my driving abilities...it's been five months! But all has worked out and we are enjoying our time and enjoying seeing cars and stores and shops and whatnot.


Shopping is an experience in itself. I'm loving it and hating it all at the same time. Finding enough stuff to last for several months is a challenge, yet I'm using that as an excuse to spend more money! I was like a kid in a candy store the first time I stepped foot into a store once we got here...again, it's been 5 months!

All this to say, that it has been a very fun experience and an enjoyable time. We will continue to enjoy being here and the busyness that it entails, but I'm already looking forward to quiet and seclusion. I guess I really must be acclimated to my new home!