San Francisco

Our Mexian cruise ended up back in SanFrancisco where we spent a few days in unseasonably sunny warm weather.

Roger & Dolphin - Zihuatanejo

Swimming with the dolphins in Zihuatanejo.

Kirt & Dolphin - Zihuatanejo

Swiming with the dolphins in Zihuatanejo.

Xochicalco

Exploring the ruins of Xochicalco. Several miles west of Mexico City.

Roger Catching Rays

Roger catching some rays along the western coast of Mexico.

Kirt on Dawn Princess

Kirt on board the Dawn Princess on our way to Mexico.

Building Project Complete

Kirt's parents here supporting him at the open house of his completed building project at work.

Winter Visit from Mom & Pop Beck

Jean & Jerry make their first winter trip to Alaska.

Kirt's New Hummer H3

Downtown Anchorage with Kirt's new purchase... a Hummer H3.

Riley

Riley has fun on his swinging rope.

Young Moose

Wintertime in Anchorage sees a rise in the moose population. This young moose was foraging for grass beneath the snow.

Cold Snap

A cold snap in November freezes the waters of cook inlet.

Moon Rise

Moon rise over the Chugach mountains out our front window.

Alaskan Pumpkins

We had fun carving our Alaskan pumpkins this Holloween.

Moose Crossing

"Moose Crossing" in our driveway... only in Alaska!.

Alaskan Brown Bear Cub

Alaskan brown bear cub near Portage, Alaska.

Alaskan Brown Bear

Alaskan brown bear near Portage, Alaska.

David Visits Anchorage

David, Roger, James, Kirt - During David's visit to Anchorage.

Tony & Gary Visit

Our good friends Tony & Gary flew up for a visit. Anchorage backdrops this view from flattop parking lot overlook.

Glacier Ice

This chunk of ice from the Knik Glacier is heavier than it looks.

Roger's New Truck

We took Roger's new Tacoma up to the green valleys at Hatcher's Pass.

Native Youth Olympics

The one foot high kick competition at the Native Youth Olympics in Anchorage. Winning height was as an amazing 9'-7".

Snoqualmie Falls

Snoqualmie Falls, 20 miles east of Seattle.Made famous from the Twin Peaks TV show.

Sun Seekers Garden

This was taken in the garden area of the place we stayed in Maui. There were small green lizards running throughout the garden.

Maui - Flora & Fauna

Everywhere you turn in Maui the flora and fauna are breathtaking. Here is Roger framed by some beautiful foliage.

Maui - Sea Turtle

The most common sea turtle in Hawaii is the green sea turtle, seen here at the Maui Ocean Center.

Beach Walks in Maui

We walked this beach each sunrise while vacationing in Maui celebrating our tenth anniversary.

View of Alaska

Roger and Riley stop and pose for the camera in front of our beautiful Alaska view out our front window.

Augustine Volcano Erupts

Just 180 miles southwest of Anchorage, Augustine Volcano came to life and erupted several times throughout the month of January.

Cookie Exchange Party

Each year during the holidays we get together with friends and support the sugar industry (as well as the increased prevalence of diabetes) by exchanging our favorite cookies.

Brotherson Family

Kirt's Grandma passed away after leading a full and productive life, leaving behind this beautiful legacy.

Surprise!

We flew down to Wyoming to surprise Roger's mom for her 70th birthday.

4-Wheeling Near Fountain Green, Utah

Beautiful fall 4-wheeler excursion in the mountains near Kirt's hometown of Fountain Green, Utah.

Brooks River

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. Although the bears on the Brooks River are curious, they typically steer clear of humans.

More Bear Viewing

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. The bears know the days are getting shorter and prepare for hibernation by filling full of salmon.

More Bear Viewing

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. This bear just finished eating a salmon.

Bear Viewing - Katmai National Park

Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. Many bears wandered up and down the beach during the day we spent at Brooks Camp.

Dip-Netting

For a short time they open up a few rivers in Alaska to Dip-netting. Imagine catching a 60 pound fish with only a net! Alaska residents only.

Big Sky Charter & Fishcamp

Kirt's 30 pound King Salmon. If you want a terrific experience on the Kenai River with good folks call the number in the photo.

King Masters

Jerry and Roger got the big ones this year. Dad (Jerry) pulled a 37 pounder out of the Kenai, Roger's was 40.

Bald Eagles in Cordova, Alaska

Bald eagles abound in and around Cordova, Alaska.

Million Dollar Bridge - Cordova, Alaska

Kirt's parents annual trip to Alaska. Here they are on the Million Dollar Bridge outside Cordova - Childs Glacier in background.

Cordova, Alaska

Peaceful evening at the small boat harbor in Cordova, Alaska.

Air Boat to Knik Glacier

Rebecca, Amanda, Andy and Travis enjoyed the air boat ride we took with Hunter Creek Outfitters.

Roger's Sister & Kids Visit Knik Glacier

Roger's sister and her three kids visit Alaska for the first time. This photo was taken at Knik Glacier.

Black Bear

Black Bear near Portage, along Turnagain Arm.

Float Plane - Lake Hood

Float Plane taking off from Lake Hood in Anchorage.

Walking Along Knik River

Walking along Knik River with friends James, Mark and Jeff (Kirt is on the right.). Knik Glacier is in the background.

Roger Kayaking at Delong Lake

We decided to try a little kayaking this summer. Here is Roger at Delong Lake.

Bald Eagle

A juvenile bald eagle takes a break from preening in the Spring sunshine.