I live and write on Lingít Aaní, and gratefully acknowledge the past, present and future caretakers of this beautiful place, the Jilkaat Kwaan and Jilkoot Kwaan.

Sunday’s Thought

 From Rose Macaulay- “Only one hour in a the normal day is more pleasurable than the hour spent in bed with  a book before going to sleep, and that is the hour spent in bed with a book after being called in the morning. “

Gold Rush Alaska is Now Gold Rush Canada?

In response some mail I’ve had, this is a note for folks from far away who are curious about Haines and the Gold Rush Alaska TV show. An article in last week’s Chilkat Valley News sums up what’s happening with the show, and us. The question is, will...

New Woman’s Day Column

Here’s the new Woman’s Day column. If you haven’t picked up a Woman’s Day lately, (or perhaps ever, except the doctor’s office), you really should. It’s not your mother’s magazine anymore.  There are great recipes and home and...

Of Typing, Really Big Tire Chains & Bumper Sticker Blessings.

I remain with my nose to the laptop, frantically trying to complete my MFA in creative writing requirements by April 1. (The deadline was a big surprise, we thought we had until the end of May, or even July.) Next week I have other deadlines, so am hoping to get...

Monkey Brains and Self Compliments

 There were 18 women in yoga yesterday. The month long, twice a week class is for beginners,  and people like me who like a little instruction in a gentle environment. As the teacher Nancy says, yoga is all about listening– to your body, your heart, and...

A Hike up Mt. Riley

Another photo-essay.             Also, of you haven’t read last week’s Alaska Dispatch column about dogs, and hiking, sort of, here it is.