Last time we made the drive we saw three black bears, 2 porcupine, a bunch of buffalo, a couple of moose and a caribou. I only got a blurry shot of the caribou but this time I plan to have my camera ready! This time we also plan on stopping at Liard Hotsprings for a quick dip. In all the times I've done the drive I've never been so it will be one of the highlights I think.

for the cabin

Yesterday D and I popped over to Ikea to do some shopping for the cabin. We felt a tad silly getting new items just before moving but we had received a gift card for our wedding and as there are no Ikea stores up in AK we decided to go find some perfect little items for our new home. My goal in furnishing and decorating the cabin is having a place that is simply decorated and incredibly well organized. With less than 400 square feet to work with I think it is going to be essential to keep things tucked away to make the place looking tidy on a daily basis. The baskets we got yesterday I think will serve as good storage and will look good up on shelves.

Once we get up North I plan on buying some lumber and working on some furniture projects before work picks up. With that small amount of space I think building our own furniture will be the best bet. I found some fantastic designs from Ana White. If you haven't already I definitely recommend checking out her site.  I have been completely inspired have several pieces bookmarked to build with some carpentry help from Dad. I will definitely post links and pictures when I begin building.

For now I'll enjoy a mug of earl grey and look to pinterest for some "cabinspiration".

Also, check out D's graduation present from my folks. I'm in love with them. I can't wait to hike the Chilkoot in August next to such a fine pair of hiking boots and the even finer man wearing them!

Happy Mothers Day

I would not be where I am today without the love and support of my mama. I was blessed when I came into this world as her daughter. She has not only been a wonderful mother but I have always considered our friendship to be one of the most important friendships in my life. I love her so very much. When D and I start a family, I hope to be as good of a mama to our little ones as she has been to me and my sister.

Time to celebrate

Its D's LAST DAY OF LAW SCHOOL TODAY!! I am not sure who is more excited... It has been quite a long journey from start to finish. I am so incredibly proud of him for accomplishing this! His wonderful parents arrived last night and it will be such a weekend of celebration. I've finished my morning coffee so I'm off for a quick run to get some of Kluane's energy out before they arrive.

Today is my last day of work before we move. Its a bit of a bittersweet today. Working at Patagonia has been such a wonderful experience. It was so lovely to work for a company that I feel is truly making a positive impact on the world. If anyone is ever in Seattle do pop by the store!

Scenes from a Wednesday

We spent today packing up. It was fun to go through old boxes and read notes D and I had written to each other back in 2008. Made me feel blessed to have him in my life. In the afternoon we packed up all of our books and mailed them off media mail. I wonder whether our books will beat us in our journey north...

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The last birthday spent in our little home here. D turned 25 yesterday. I gave him a hat I'd been trying to finish for several weeks now. I found the pattern here. It is another beautiful day and I have been enjoying listening to John Hartford and sipping on some morning-turned afternoon coffee. Today I will work a bit on tidying and packing for the quickly approaching move north.