A Cruise Ship, The Cornelia Marie, and Wild Horses: Just another Friday in Dutch Harbor.....

The Cruise ship Crysal Serenity Visited Dutch Harbor yesterday, and CB was tasked with taking some of the Ship's Crew on a tour of the island. they wanted to Video tape some of the highlights of our Wonderful Island for the Cruise Company.

Of Course I had to take them all down to see the Cornelia Marie, the Only DC boat left in Dutch right now.

We also went over to the Russian Church, But due to Religious Constraints were unable to take photos inside the Church. That is too bad, because the Icons inside are stunning!!

So I took them out Towards Summer Bay and then on to Morris Cove. (there is the Cruise ship up by the city Dock Completely blocking out CD's Hubby's Little Boat......LOL)

It was Amazing. All of these people had been on a Three Month Cruise all over the Pacific, yet they said that this was one of the best Shore Excursions they had.

Just another Friday in Dutch Harbor........

Happy Birthday LittleSis!!

I am Busy with the cruise ship today, so no picture post till later,
But will everyone join me in wishing my Beautiful, wonderful and very single sister a Happy Birthday?
Love ya Sis!!

Junior off to the Native Youth Olympics

It was a beautiful day in Dutch Harbor Yesterday, and today looks Pretty good too!!

Lets hope it stays that way for the Cruise Ship Crystal Serenity arriving Tomorrow!

Junior and several of his Classmates are off to the Native Youth Olympics. What is that? Glad you asked..............

Native Youth Olympics

In the spirit of their ancestors, nearly 400 youth from across Alaska will assemble in Anchorage to demonstrate their skills in traditional Native games at the Native Youth Olympics.
Originating in 1972, the Native Youth Olympics provide insight into Alaska's rich cultural heritage, while promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Events at are based on games and life skills of past generations of Alaska Natives played as a way to test their hunting and survival skills, and to increase strength, endurance, agility, and the balance of mind and body.

The Events
Although the event origins are based on traditional Native activities, the competition is open to all students from seventh to 12th grade, regardless of ethnicity. Originating in 1972, the event has grown from to include more than 69 participating schools.

The Eskimo Stick Pull
A game of strength. Successful hunters must be able to pull a seal out of the water. This is no easy task while maintaining balance on snow and ice. Hand, back and leg strength are essential.
The Wrist Carry
A test of survival. This event has origins based on hunters being able to carry their game back to the village. Hunters had to develop endurance and strength in order to carry the game over a long distance.
The One-Hand Reach
A game to test a person's control over their body. If a hunter was to become lost on water, for example, they must know the skills to control their body in order not to panic and tip their kayak.
The Kneel Jump
Similar to the Scissor Broad Jump in that the hunters must develop the skill of quick movement to be successful in jumping from one ice floe to another. This game also develops leg muscles necessary to lift heavy game and carry it back to the village.
The Alaskan High Kick
A test of both the mind and body working together to maintain control.
The Seal Hop
A game of sheer endurance - to see how far a person can go on pure determination. This game originated from the hunter imitating the movement of a seal during the hunt.
The guys were being too nice in that first photo so I had them do some Bunny-ears!

Good Luck Guys!!

To help sustain Junior on his 3 hour Plane ride, the Boys in the Kitchen Made him up his favorite Chicken Strip Sandwich and I brought him a chocolate bar. (They serve Drinks and Chips on the Plane, so that's Ok.)

Everyone Wish him well, And we will try to survive Sunday Brunch Without him!!

How Close were you all watching Deadliest Catch Last night?

So, Who watched the Commercal Breaks last night and caught the "Crab Quote"?

If You did you would have seen a Familiar face, at least if you have read the blog for a bit.

Our Awesome Mayor Shirley Marquardt! (Here signing the bonds for our new $25 Million Dollar Powerhouse Expansion)

Smart, Kind and A Republican!! With a Great sense of Humor too. I called to Kid her on the phone right after the segment aired. (BTW her nephew was the model for the painting behind her)

Here she is in Anchorage hanging out with the woman who SHOULD have been our Vice President!

Congratulations!! On having a segment that highlighted our fabulous town on the Highest rated show on Cable!!

Sorry no Posts, Busy Getting back into the Swing of things

Sorry No posts everyone, I have been so Busy trying to get back on Dutch Time, and getting caught up at work that I have not had much time to post.

I have been hearing alot about what everyone thought of the first episode of the season on Deadliest Catch, and not much of it was good. "Too Contrived and Staged" was the Major complaint, along with several comments that "Discovery looks like they want to end the series".

I liked the first episode, especially the High Defination, but no, it was by far NOT a favorite show. They missed showing the Greenhorns, and while hinting at the major constructions on the boats over the summer they did not really show anything. And As everyone here in town will tell you that scene at the "Burn Barrel" was very strange.

What do you all think?