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Northern Lights
Late January is a difficult time of year; all of the bright holiday lights have come down as the snow, slush, and cold have settled in, and any sign of spring is too far away to see. Finding a way through this long stretch is possible, especially when we focus on the inner light that …
What is a parky? A parky is quite simply, the northern term for a parka. In the Aleutian Islands the word simply means “animal skin”. They are longer coats with a hood, usually lined with fur. Most are decorated with lovely fabrics and decorative trim. I remember seeing many parkys in the winter in Alaska, and wanting …