The Day Hath Arrived

Well, here it is. The official first entry of my grandly opened blog. If I knew how, I would string up some of those plastic flags and put up a few giant balloons, like at a car dealership. To blog, a conversation with the world. It is not like I have all that much to say, or that I think people really want to listen to me. It is more that, if I could, I would pack up my little family for about three months of every year to go visit all of the fantastic people of our lives. I used to travel quite a bit, and I loved it. I thought nothing of taking off after a job or schooling finished and visiting where ever for extended periods. I was probably a bit of a nightmare for some. I routinely would show up unexpected places, unannounced. I wasn't trying to be rude, I just barely knew where I was headed and was willing to follow my wild hairs. I tried to be a good guest, and even wrote up a poster for friends in Vail with the House Pest rules. And it was not just traveling around when I had time off, I also moved quite a bit. Well, 21 times between ages 20 and 30, to be exact. For years it was just me, and my truck, or kayak, or mountain bike. I had a lot of fun in those days, and the best part was connecting with people, both new and old to my life. Of course I was always keeping my eye out for that someone special too. And someplace special to land. Amazingly I found both, and here I am today, in Duluth. The only problem with my chosen home is it's proximity to the ends of the earth. If a friend does not already live near Duluth, they will not be casually dropping by on their way to anywhere. Family makes a concerted effort to get here, and there is never enough time. And so, that leads us back to this blog. Since I am limited in my ability to road trip just now, this seems the next best thing to dropping in unannounced. And now that there is a little one in my life, to love and help grow, I want to share his story too. And the big guy too, of course. So read on, if you wish, and thanks for stopping by. I'll try to keep it interesting, and even amusing at times. Let me know what you think!
Cheers,
Beth.

Easter's Past

This photo is from Easter 2004 when Alex was 8 months old, and Alex, Mom, and I all had the same haircut. Also, Bunny was just born. We celebrated his fourth birthday yesterday. At age 4 Alex understands the Easter celebration best as "Bunny's Birthday Party". I'm sure this will change in time, although the links between the Christian holiday and bunnies and baskets may always be tough to explain.

The Beginning

The Beginning Greetings to any and all Beth up North readers. I have started this blog on a lark today, but have had the idea of a personal web site in mind for a long time. I just didn't want it to be difficult, and this blogging thing seems really easy. I am not great at the web and computers but have some good consultants should I get stuck. First off, I have no idea who will read this blog. For now it is a secret because I have not even told that husband of mine, Kevin. Being like a cat who has had nine lives I am not sure if I should aim this at my family life (most likely), my work life (mental health can be sooo depressing), my recreational life (much more fun), my business life (being in an Empire and all), or my past life in general (having been varied, exciting, and a learning experience every day). I guess it will be a mix of all the above. I worry a bit about keeping up and keeping posted, but I suppose that will come as it will. Like I really need another distraction, but this seems it could help keep things closer rather than further. There are so many things going on, this seems a good way to tie it all together. The details... Well, I don't know how to do pictures yet, or make this look more interesting, but since no one knows about this I guess I am okay. I will decide on a grand opening when I send my blog to my world. I'll just say for now, not yet. But this is it. My new blog and way of interacting with the world. It is rather exciting to have such a secret. I will do more about me (since it is MY blog) next. Thanks for reading along...