Tidepooling in Kachemak Bay, Alaska
At low tide, the ocean reveals its secrets, unveiling a mesmerizing world of tidepools nestled within rocky crevices along the shoreline.
Making Cottonwood Miracle Balm
Cottonwood Balm, also referred to as Balm of Gilead, is an amazing antiseptic and can be used like you might use Neosporin for cuts,...
Running the Homer Epic
We were blessed with a gorgeous winter and early spring in Homer. And after several low-snow and really icy years, the groomed trails,...
The Johnson Family’s A to Z’s of 2016
Another year full of gratitude and blessings, one of which is your friendship. We are so thankful for each and every one of you, who has...
Luau Birthday Party: Selma Chantelle Turns 1!
On the Big Island of Hawai'i, where I spent 10 years of my childhood, it is customary for families to throw a luau for a child's first...
Paddling Grewingk Glacier Lake
A couple of Sundays ago, the stars aligned for some good friends and I to jet over to Halibut Cove and hike into Grewingk Glacier Lake...
Working with Plarn
Homer's Wearable Art Show, put on by Bunnell Street Gallery, has been happening annually here in Homer since before I was born. It offers...
Fall Canning with Kindergartners: Pickled Carrots, Salsa, Rosehip Applesauce
Working halftime this year has been quite a blessing, as it leaves my mornings open to enjoy time with Wylder and Selma while Sawyer is...
Kachemak Crossing: Open Water Swimming in Alaska
Last month, two friends and I had the opportunity to swim across Kachemak Bay for the second time. Having smoothed out a lot of the kinks...
Images of Bristol Bay
A couple of weeks ago I was riding my bike up West Hill when I noticed a missed call from a friend. A crew member had hurt his back and...
