Archive for December, 2006

December 3, 2006 – Festivus!

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Once again the season of Festivus is upon us. Festivus is a non-religious seasonal celebration immortalized in a Seinfeld episode many years ago. Now you can buy your own Festivus Pole.

Wisconsin Governor with his Festivus Pole. (photo linked from festivuspoles.com)

For those of you who need to review the principles of Festivus, or are newcomers to Festivus, watch this Festivus video. Basically, Festivus involves giving gifts you (and the recipient) don’t want, airing of grievances, and ends with feats of strength.

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December 2, 2006 – Boy Auger

When the wagon runs low on chicken feed, it’s time to crawl in to push that last bit out. It’s the perfect job for a 5 year old boy.

Today’s high was in the 20′s along with NW wind, so in the shed was one of the nicest places to be.

The first Midwestern blizzard of the year went south and east of us – not a flake (of snow).

one year ago…

December 1, 2006 – Photo Friday “Stillness”

Posted by | Filed under Photo Friday, Travel - MN | Dec 1, 2006 | 4 Comments

This week’s Photo Friday Contest theme is “Stillness.” Here’s a shot of the boathouse at Kawishiwi Lodge on a still night in Northern Minnesota.

one year ago…