A friend took me up into the hills over the weekend on a crystal clear blue day - a rather rare day I'm realizing. You can't see it in the picture but we could actually see Mt. McKinley in the background. Anchorage is at sea-level and Mt. McKinley is the tallest spot in North America. Both could be seen from our vantage point.
We could see the Sleeping Lady covered in her blanket of snow.
I've had some fun over the past few days. I dressed all in black and wore my black wig last week and spoke in my best Russian accent. Today, October 1st, I came to work in my pink wig to remind everyone that Halloween is just around the corner. They all think I'm a little crazy, but appreciate the energy I bring to the team. Check out the fishnet hose!!
I get to go to the North Slope for two weeks when I come back to Anchorage after my week in Atlanta. The North Slope is where the oil is drilled and then sent down the Alaska pipeline to the Anchorage habor. The North Slope, or Prudhoe Bay, is within the Acrtic Circle - - I'll have to dress warmly!
I have extended my time on the project until at least November 21st, just before Thanksgiving. I think everyone is a little nervous about me rolling off the project and they are looking for reasons for me to extend. I think they see me as a security blanket...someone who has a lot of knowledge, skills and experience which they don't want to be without just yet.
Lastly, I wanted to tell you that I have crossed something off my Alaska Bucket List. On Sunday, my friend took me to Kincaid Park, which is right next to the Alaska Airport. While driving through the park, we saw a MOOSE! He was galloping along the fence-line.
When the fence opened up, he ducked into the woods - - but the other side of the fence is the airport. Now, someone will have to round him up before he shows up on the tarmac and causes flight delays...or worse.
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