A Busy Day ..

Hello Everyone!

We had a busy day yesterday - just playing and relaxing.  Our day was greeted by a snowfall of 3 to 4 inches - so we got out and played.  Meaning, we took a walk around the island and ventured out onto the ice a few feet from shore.  It was amazing to go around the island where only our boat had been during the summer.  Although fun, we were careful on the ice.  It appears as though ice is still forming and spreading east - from Watson Cove over to the Kenai River.  We can see ice that was not covered by snow - so we assume its not frozen.  

Our tracks out on the ice - near the shore - southwest corner of the island - looking southeast. 

Ernie at 10:pm -- relaxing as we watch the lunar eclipse.

The lunar eclipse begins!
 I read that the last lunar eclipse - which took place at winter solstice was in 1638.  The next lunar eclipse that will take place on a winter solstice is 2090.

The full lunar eclipse -  took 72 minutes of watching.
 It was 2 below zero with a clear, calm night. 

Ernie bundled up for the lunar event.

Watching the lunar event was the highlight of our day and a perfect way to relax after our sauna.

Take Care!