Although Carlon has the opportunity to see some amazing landscape throughout Alaska, rarely do I get the opportunity to go with him. So, when I have that chance, it is worth documenting, because what may be "just another day at the 'office'" for Carlon, is actually a pretty spectacular day for the rest of us. Today was one of those days.
This morning after I dropped off the kids (who were totally ecstatic to be playing at their friends' house), I met Carlon down at the beach to hop into the float plane and head into Twin Lakes. The flight alone is worth it all! Beautiful scenery and pretty good company, if I don't say so myself! When we got there we were greeted by a gentlemen who gave us a tour of Dick Proenneke's cabin. Dick Proenneke is a man who, at the age of 51, decided to survive in the wilderness on his own for about 30 years. Amazing story! I highly recommend looking him up online, reading his book or watching the PBS documentary on him. The cabin has been kept up and preserved for tourists and visiters to see what his life was like.
It was a privilege to be able to see such a place and once again, enjoy seeing another part of this beautiful state, that is so close to where we live. It was fun to see Carlon in his element, doing what he loves and to be a part of his everyday life.
On our way back, we spotted two black bear from the plane. Just icing on the cake! I was in awe, once again, of what a blessing it is to be here and to enjoy all the great things that are only a hop skip and a plane ride away.
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