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The infamous Soapy Smith's gravesite.

The ferry dropped us off at 11 pm, so our first order of business was to find the campground where we were to spend the night.  Remember, it’s not really dark outside this time of year, more like a deep blue-gray.  We located a spot, put up our tents and that [... Home to Skallywags]

Who Needs to Cruise the Alaska Highway?

Canadian lighthouse we pass on our way to Alaska.

After having lived in Alaska for eight years, I’ve run into so many people who have taken Alaskan cruises. It’s the thing to do. Um, not for me. We’ve taken the Alaska ferry system (Alaska Marine Highway) numerous times and it never ceases to be less than [... Who Needs to Cruise the Alaska Highway?]

Indulging at Voodoo Donuts

Voodoo Donuts…in Portland!

One weekend we drove down to Portland to visit some relatives and do some shopping since there is no sales tax in Oregon.  Well, you just can’t go to Portland and not go to Voodoo donuts.  The directions are simple enough; it’s right downtown.  However, for us it took a couple of turns [... Indulging at Voodoo Donuts]