Finally, Winter
It finally got cold. Plus one here yesterday morning while at the same time it was minus 22 in Soldotna. We’ve has this for about a week, so we are all ready for break up. It is just January, the serious cold usually follows in February after a January quick thaw and rain.
This is the southwest side of the spit at low tide. It is hard to see here but the rocks on the “breakwater” are covered with ice.
As are the old pilings.
On the other side of the spit, which has been the windward side for about a week now. The ice has been blowing in from the upper bay.
This is the entrance to the harbor. The one below is the view to the right of the red navigation light on the breakwater.
This is from the deep water dock looking back across Mud Bay. Can you spot the otter?
Our dog park ( Bishop’s Beach ) is getting a solid layer of ice. You don’t want to try walking below the high tide line.
But that doesn’t deter the kayakers.
The race track on Beluga Lake is in great shape. I’ll see about getting some pics of the competition.
Stay warm, all things pass, eventually.
So far I've reached acceptable proficiency at the following, in chronological order: Silversmith, infantryman/door gunner, helicopter pilot, fireman, carpenter, residential contractor, FAA Air Traffic Control Specialist and crotchety old retired guy. Currently, I'm learning to fly again and that is what this is all about. 7/7/2020 edit: As I have had the opportunity to reflect (old people do that a lot) on my actual proficiency level at the above occupations, I feel adjustments are in order. The term "acceptable" depends on the observer, their own proficiency and experience level. Acceptable to me might be woefully deficient to the master. I think it would be more accurate to claim that I have earned a living wage at all of these occupations but never got rich. Actually, I feel that I have gotten rich at the last one. I have what I need and am profoundly grateful for all of it. The future looks bright indeed, as I have learned to fly again. For that I have all of you to thank. Thank You!
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