Monthly Archives: February 2012

Who to Choose?

Life is the sum of all your choices. ~Albert Camus Well said Camus, well said. And while I am on the topic of my favorite Camus quotes, he is also the author of this gem, “In the depth of winter, … Continue reading

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(Acceptance & Respect) + (Opportunity, Support & Encouragement) = what it takes to meet a Challenge

I have been thinking a lot about challenges lately. Which is not overly surprising, since I am gearing up for a big one. But thanks to some interesting online interactions I find myself thinking about it in a way that … Continue reading

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Never Alone on the Trail

Most people think of mushing as a solitary activity, and in a sense they are right. Hours on the trail without other people or signs of civilization; save the occasional trail marker or the tracks of another sled. You get … Continue reading

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Another race in the bag,

Drop Bag that is. Yes the drop bags for the 2012 Iditarod are done, and tomorrow (2/13) I will turn them in to be shipped out to the various checkpoints along the trail. These bags contain all the gear I … Continue reading

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I know what Dogs like…

I know what dogs want… Dogs want, dogs want, dogs want MEAT. Anyone who has spent any time with me knows I love to sing. The fact that I sing badly and hardly ever know all the words has never … Continue reading

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Shake your Bootie & Crunch Time

The madness of Drop Bags has begun, and it starts with a crash. First Booties… Right now is the big push to get all my gear ready to send out for the 2012 Iditarod. Working at home, with frequent breaks … Continue reading

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