New pickup

[ultrarunner]

All the Alaska discussion has me living vicariously...

No real experience in cold weather except for a passing front in the Alps... it was very cold for few days... reaching -10F and everything pretty much came to a stop...even the elephants in the zoo had their feet frozen to the ground... they came out of it but it made the world news then...

I don't know anyone there that doesn't have a garage or covered parking for their car...

 

[oosik]

Living in Alaska is like riding a motorcycle. "If I have to explain, you will never understand". You don't just LIVE in Alaska - you EXPERIENCE Alaska. Its a different country, its a different frame of mindset, its a totally different way of living & life. Many learn to take it in and it becomes a part of them that they will never lose. Many learn to hate it and can't wait to leave.

Unfortunately, as Alaska comes into the 21st century - most of that is being lost. Every time I consider a return trip, I end up crying. "My Alaska" will never be there again. It is gone, gone with the wind, gone with time and a return trip will only bring sadness.

So I live on and live vicariously thru my memories of a good time, no a GREAT time. I will never lose my memories of Alaska.

I sure hope my new pickup gets here pretty soon............

 

[Jstpssng]

I sure hope my new pickup gets here pretty soon............

Carly Simon - Anticipation - YouTube

 

[oosik]

Thanks Jstpssng.

 

[Doofy]

Carly Simon - Anticipation - YouTube

Hahahaha Good one! You are Quick!

 

[Ford850]

Not sure whem battery chargers were invented. But am sure it was wayyyyyy before 1965.

Yes I think it was closer to 1865, not 1965. Although I'm pretty sure they weren't automatic, didn't offer desulfation, and didn't have the nice clamp or plug options we have today.

 

[check]

Thanks Jstpssng.

Gheez, oosik, with this buildup we are all going to be more excited than you are when it finally arrives!

 

[dnw64]

Living in Alaska is like riding a motorcycle. "If I have to explain, you will never understand". You don't just LIVE in Alaska - you EXPERIENCE Alaska. Its a different country, its a different frame of mindset, its a totally different way of living & life. Many learn to take it in and it becomes a part of them that they will never lose. Many learn to hate it and can't wait to leave.

I visited the Fairbanks area for two weeks 10 years ago and think I know what you mean. It was a bit of a shock at first, but I liked it. Not sure how I'd like the endless nights in winter but I could see myself living there.

 

[Sawyer Rob]

Gheez, oosik, with this buildup we are all going to be more excited than you are when it finally arrives!

Yeaaa, makes me want to run out and get tacos for lunch today!! lol

SR

 

[oosik]

Too all - I truly hope those who want to see Alaska can go one day. Alaska is not Anchorage, it's not Fairbanks. You might find it in Ketchikan, you might catch a glimpse of it on a side street in Juneau. Petersburg, Wrangle, Sitka, Skagway - you could find it there if you look hard. Palmer, Willow & Talkeetna - on your way to Fairbanks, a quick look - it's there. Doofy has found it, it's a part of him - perhaps even the best part. Doofy may leave Alaska, the good memories will be his for the rest of his life.

Well - I've seen pictures & the big, splashy decals. None say TACO - but that could change -:laughing: :dance1: