We'll start of with a video of our pup Finley. Hope it works! Jason did this to him, not me.
I am just a couple days behind. But here is what we've been up to this past week:
Weather update: We range from 15 below zero to 15 above. Sunrise is at 9:48 a.m. and sunset is at 5:20 p.m. We have 7 hours and 32 minutes of sunlight. Still not too bad. In 2 months we will be at 4 hours of daylight. It's been a bit chilly, but hasn't slowed us down one bit. Finley has had several adventures at the dog park, several walks, and lots of time outside.
The Lord truly blessed me with work this week. I had work every day! The school I was at last year has now started to call me for almost every day. Monday I subbed in a 5th grade room. Tuesday I taught my 10 piano lessons. Wednesday I taught in 3 different classrooms, Thursday I worked at home completing all the invitations, and Friday I taught Kindergarten ALL DAY! I loved Friday; it was so great to be back in front of the students. Next week is looking pretty good as well. God is good!
I was very busy working on making almost 60 handmade invitations for our Advent by Candlelight. They are complete! This will be the first Advent by Candlelight held at Light of the World. The women are very excited and anxious for this event. We are praying for a great turnout! We already have 5 people willing to host a table.
Inside the cards.
Sample of the outside.
What my table looked like during the process.
Another sample
Knitting season has begun! I usually wait till the snow, cold and darkness arrive. I have started making items that people have ordered. I am hoping to try a lot of new designs this winter.
Same hat as below, just with a pink flower.
We went on a hike up at the summit of one of the large hills in Fairbanks. This was the same place I hiked last week. Finley loved it! He was able to be off leash, and enjoyed running through the snow. It was a beautiful SUNNY day, with blue skies and mountain views.
The loves of my life!
So handsome.
Isn't he the most adorable dog you've ever seen!
Alaska range through the trees. Hard to see, but so majestic in real life.
We have a blooming cactus in Alaska! I love it!
We were given free tickets to the Nanook hockey game last night! This is one of our favorite things to do in winter. Here is the UAF mascot, the Nanook! Came right up to us and posed for a picture.
Winter is here! This is our home in the woods.
It was about 12 below zero yesterday while I was at school teaching. After the school day, I came out to find this water bottle frozen. I know it's not that unbelievable, but just had to share.
My prayers go out to those on the East coast who are struggling with all the sadness and destruction after Hurricane Sandy. I pray that the Lord continues to give them the strength they need to get through this difficult time.
Count your blessings every day. Be thankful for even the smallest of things. Don't ever take any moments for granted. Tell your family you love them and appreciate them EVERY DAY!
God bless,
Becky
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