Monday, July 30, 2012

A Day at the (very chilly) Beach

We got home from our two-week trip to Alaska late Saturday afternoon.  (It's been two days, and I'm just now to a point where I can sit here at the computer and get caught up on things I've missed while we were away.)  I downloaded my Alaska photos last night, all 1600+ of them, and it's going to take me a while to sort through them and get them into a form that I can share them with anyone.

In the meantime, let me take a few minutes to show you how my husband and I spent our anniversary last Thursday ... in Barrow, Alaska ... the northernmost point in the United States.



Yes, Folks, those are chunks of ice!  (I was told that the water temperature was about 34 degrees.  It was cloudy, and windy, and the air temperature was about 50.)

While we were planning this trip, one of our goals was to find a way to get across the Arctic Circle.  As it developed, this plan evolved from a step across the line at the Arctic Circle into a day trip to Barrow ... dipping our feet into the frigid water of the Arctic OCEAN.





It's a coincidence that our adventure in Barrow fell on the day of our anniversary.  To mark the occasion, we HAD to take pictures as we waded in the frigid water.





Thirty-two years together ... and I love this man more every day! 



Happy Anniversary, Sweetheart!!

25 comments:

  1. What a lovely post, Connie. A very Happy Anniversary to both of you. I bet there aren't many who celebrate in this way!
    Good to have you back too :)

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  2. Awesome! What a unique way to celebrate your anniversary. Congratulations!

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  3. That is the happiest cold couple I have ever seen

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  4. Happy Anniversary to you both!!! Fantastic anniversary images!

    Seeing you standing in that water reminds me of what it is like to stand in Lake Superior before mid summer. Cold!!!

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  5. Gorgeous pics~ what fun!!!
    Happy Anniversary~ love how you are both smiling from ear to ear~
    Adorable~
    smiles
    Teresa

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  6. Feliz Aniversario, que lo disfruten por muchos años más.

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  7. Happy Anniversary!! Love this post.. great photos of you -

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  8. So awesome! Congrats on the anniversary and what looks like it was a great trip!
    I've heard of Barrow - when I watch t.v. shows about Alaska. Very cool to know someone actually WENT there!

    Looking forward to other stories about your trip (since I live vicariously through others because we don't take trips).
    Welcome back!
    Martha

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  9. This just put a huge smile on my face to see how you celebrated your anniversary. A unique day for you and your husband. Congratulations!

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  10. Oh how sweet, Happy Happy 32nd Anniversary, may you have many many more! I was just showing the whole post to my beloved....we both appreciate you sharing such a touching moment with us!

    Hugs to you both from us2

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  11. Happy Anniversary!!! And are you frostbitten?! And more importantly...when the heck did you chop all of your hair off?! It looks so good!!!

    Kat

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  12. You both look so happy! and cold! What a wonderful experience and to celebrate a wonderful life together! Hugs, Linda

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  13. "HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!"

    That sounds like some cold water! How long did it take to thaw your feet?

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  14. Welcome home, Connie! What a wonderful way to celebrate your love for each other! Those pics of you and hubby were just adorable - and you both look so much in love. ♥ I'm really looking forward to seeing each and every photo that you took. Seriously! I'm one of those dorks who love seeing other people's vacation photos. lol!

    xoxo laurie

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  15. Right back at ya, hon! Just like the inside of your wedding band says "Love Always, Steve"

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  16. Your feet and legs must have been so numb afterward! Such priceless photos! Happy Anniversary

    Cindt at Rosehaven Cottage

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  17. Congratulations on your anniversary! It's a blessing indeed to be able to look at your hubby after so many years and still know he's the love of your life!
    Can't wait to see all the Alaska pics! My toes are chilly just looking at these!

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  18. Awwww...Happy Belated Anniversary!!! Looking forward to hearing all the stories, and seeing all the pictures. Welcome home! donna :)

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  19. Happy Anniversary! You two look great together. Glad you had a great trip.

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  20. Hey girl!!!!

    Love these photos...you are so darn cute together!!
    Happy Anniversary

    Now come visit me ;->

    janet xox
    The Empty Nest

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  21. Happy Anniversary!
    What grEAt photos of you two!
    But Connie--it looks sooooo cOLd (I don't do cold).
    Catherine

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  22. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY. 32 YEARS! THAT IS SO WONDERFUL. I HAVE BEEN MARRIED TO MY BEST FRIEND FOR 34 YEARS! BLESSING TO YOU.

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  23. Congratulations! I hope the feeling has returned to your feet.

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  24. Happy Anniversary! Those are great pics! I can't believe you're so happy to be wading in freezing water! :)

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  25. 32 years that is great and that doesn't come easy! Congrats

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