Christmas Tree Hunting

December 8, 2012 we went Christmas tree hunting up above Red Feather Lake.  The wind was blowing about 50 miles an hour but there wasn’t any snow.  I actually accidently stepped off into running icy cold water.  We had an invigorating time.  However, my tree has been a challenge.  I ended up wiring three branches together.  We call it "My Three Trees."  The experience is all about reenacting and establishing family traditions.  These pictures were taken above 8000 feet.

Twelve Whales

 

We watched twelve whales feeding.  Two came right toward our ship,

swam under, and reappeared on the opposite side. They were amazing.

 They worked together to corral the smaller fish swimming in smaller

and smaller circles.  That feeding is called bubble netting.  

Seattle's Pier 57

 

I took this picture with my cell phone while we were eating lunch. 

I love the shape cut out by the umbrellas.

Alaska

 

 

Calving in Glacier Bay

One rushed view of the world of frogs

and

One leisurely lunch cruise