hiking

One of the things we have missed about Alaska by moving here is the access to great hiking trails. This weekend we decided to drive to White Mountain National Forest, about a 2 hour drive from where we live. While not a 10 minute (or less) drive, it was fairly easy to get to and I'm sure we will be returning in the months to come. The trail we chose was Falling Waters. It is not a boardwalk trail; it is basically the forest floor - dirt, tree roots and rocks. At some points I didn't know if I would make it or if I would slip, but overall I did pretty well. Ryan is a natural and climbed right into the streams to take photos of waterfalls along the way.

a day in cambridge

First we drove to East Cambridge to check out Calumet for photography supplies. Although small, it held everything that Ryan wanted. Next, we went to Harvard Square to look around. I found a silicone watch for $10 and Ryan found a few things at a tobacconist. At 1 we found ourselves hungry and wandered around until we decided on Charlie's Kitchen. They had a few vegetarian options and I ordered a vegetarian black bean burger and fries. It was delicious! Soon rain came and we quickly paid our bill and sought shelter. On the way home, we stopped at Peace O' Pie, a vegan pizza place in Allston, MA. I ordered the Buffalo Chik'n Pizza and a 1/2 pound of Daiya shredded mozzarella. The pizza was amazing!! It was so hot and spicy, but still had a great flavor.

more saved furniture

This beauty was in the hallway. It needs new knobs and a coat of paint, but otherwise is great. I ended up breaking off the white parts of the pulls in the middle and that will do for now.