Fri. June 26
We survived our first night in the RV! It’s pretty comfortable . . . even the bed, thank goodness. We have everything we need and we can drive it with us everywhere we go - I kinda like that. The only problem was trying to get hot water to take a shower. SOMEONE forgot to turn on the water heater so we had to wait over an hour for warm water.
This morning we headed to the Alaska Native Heritage Center. It’s only about 10 minutes from Maria’s house. Santos had no problem maneuvering the RV in traffic, and I was able to guide us there without getting us lost. The Heritage Center is a centerpiece of native life in Alaska. We learned about the Eskimos, Indians and Aleuts. The traditional Native dancers and drummers performed - it was a beautiful show. There were interesting interpretive displays and 5 authentic village sites outside along a picturesque lake. We were really fascinated by these cultural traditions and it was a nice way to spend the morning.
From the Heritage Center, we drove downtown to Simons & Sieforts for lunch. Parking the beast was no problem at all . . . this city is prepared for RV's, they are EVERYWHERE. I had read about Simon & Sieforts great location overlooking the Inlet and their famous crab & artichoke dip (it was great as well!). While walking to the restaurant, the sky was full of F22 Raptor fighter jets conducting maneuvers which are called "Northern Edge". The jets have been flying all week. They are an awesome sight to see and the roar of their engines make us constantly look into the sky. We walk the streets of Bootleggers Cove, an area overlooking the inlet which has some gorgeous waterfront homes and cottages. We admire the beautiful setting. This is where we would live in Anchorage . . . lol . . .if it were just tropical here!
We survived our first night in the RV! It’s pretty comfortable . . . even the bed, thank goodness. We have everything we need and we can drive it with us everywhere we go - I kinda like that. The only problem was trying to get hot water to take a shower. SOMEONE forgot to turn on the water heater so we had to wait over an hour for warm water.
This morning we headed to the Alaska Native Heritage Center. It’s only about 10 minutes from Maria’s house. Santos had no problem maneuvering the RV in traffic, and I was able to guide us there without getting us lost. The Heritage Center is a centerpiece of native life in Alaska. We learned about the Eskimos, Indians and Aleuts. The traditional Native dancers and drummers performed - it was a beautiful show. There were interesting interpretive displays and 5 authentic village sites outside along a picturesque lake. We were really fascinated by these cultural traditions and it was a nice way to spend the morning.
From the Heritage Center, we drove downtown to Simons & Sieforts for lunch. Parking the beast was no problem at all . . . this city is prepared for RV's, they are EVERYWHERE. I had read about Simon & Sieforts great location overlooking the Inlet and their famous crab & artichoke dip (it was great as well!). While walking to the restaurant, the sky was full of F22 Raptor fighter jets conducting maneuvers which are called "Northern Edge". The jets have been flying all week. They are an awesome sight to see and the roar of their engines make us constantly look into the sky. We walk the streets of Bootleggers Cove, an area overlooking the inlet which has some gorgeous waterfront homes and cottages. We admire the beautiful setting. This is where we would live in Anchorage . . . lol . . .if it were just tropical here!
On the way to Lake Hood, Santos made a side stop at the local Harley Davidson dealer. He enjoyed looking at the bikes and bought a few shirts to take home. Lake Hood is the world’s busiest floatplane base lake with over 800 splash downs and lift offs a day. We parked the RV along the lakeshore and got out to get a closer look at the planes. There was lots of action going on . . .planes coming in and going out. It was absolutely fascinating and the location was breathtaking with the mountain backdrop and the sun glistening on the water. We walked the shore looking at all the planes for several hours before heading back to base camp, a.k.a. Maria’s home where she made a feast for a houseful of family and friends.
Temp: 62 degrees
Wildlife Sightings: 0 :(
Those houses are amazing, too bad it's in Alaska. It sounds and looks like the two of you are enjoying yourselves and the RV. Retirement option?
ReplyDeleteNO, not a retirement option. It's too cold here! And, we could never leave our dear son :)
ReplyDeleteGood one Grace...how could you leave the dear son..everything looks beautiful when you are on vacation....give me heat any day!!!This is me Ramona...have a good time at the wedding,by the way it is Victor marring Joy not Chuck..look at the picture you posted,is Junior going to perform the service?
ReplyDeleteyes, I agree with my beautiful aunt that you have the worng name on that one pic. Is RV'n in your future? Chula is doing really good. She seems to be a little more lively then usual, and is eating like an Alasken Chuck ( 3 pot pies a day, lol)
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