When The End Is The Beginning !

                                               Photo by Doug C. Myers

New Year's Holiday Season encourages the review of a challenging and sometimes serendipitous past year while also resolved to the reward in future's promise.  New Year's Eve is a celebration of an ending that is also a beginning.  It is the precursor to each day's early dawn or gratitude following the abolition of a lover's regret - both essential to greater prosperity.  - Doug

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"Where Have All The Flowers Gone?"

"Where Have All The Flowers Gone?"

                                    Photo by Doug C. Myers

'Tis The Christmas Season To Remember Every One -  

To View Again The Fields of Color Left Behind -

From Time Extended, A Beautiful Family Bouquet That Never Dies!

~ Diverse In Thinking But United In Loving ~

Christmas Greetings to each of us.   -   Doug

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Alaska's Far Reaching Sun

                                                               Photo by Doug C. Myers

Alaska's Winter Solstice

Winter in Anchorage, Alaska has been extremely cold in spite of the sun's effort. In addition to  distinguished alpenglow horizons resulting from the low trajectory of a southern sun, images are conjured of tropical white sand beaches farther south where the winter sun remains high.  - Doug

More on Alaska:  Alaska Cache Newsletter

Creator Image - Creativity

 

                                                  Regis Pappert In Photo

Hiking in Nature boosts a person's creativity !

Go to:  ALASKA CACHE NEWSLETTER, "Around Alaska" - Item AA2

-  Doug

Remaining Thankful!

                                          Photo by Regis Pappert

Greetings to all!  Be grateful for life's generosity throughout the year, especially in love.  -  Doug

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Alaska's Summer Extended

For many, winter’s gripe is lessened by recalling summer Alaska’s wild and pristine through narrative posts and photo illustrations.  If you have not already, join me on my Facebook Fan Page “Adventure Alaska“.  -  Doug

A Giant Pebble Concern

 

Autumn Edition includes "THE WALL STREET JOURNAL" article regarding the Bristol Bay Pebble Mine Project controversy. - Doug

For this article and others go to "Environment":

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Nearly Finished !

"Alaska Homeland Security"

Painting of Alaska Peninsula red fox nearly completed.

To view several paintings by Doug C. Myers of Alaskana go to:

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No Disguise Necessary

Greetings From Alaska

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Love's Remains - More Than Ashes

                              Photo by Dana (Myers) De Luz

Dedication, sacrifice, inspiration, and benevolent hearts.  Each was infused into the ash remains of both of my loving parents Curtis Oliver and Midge Leola (Zahnter) Myers.  The simultaneous memorial occurred near the location of inspiring sport fishing waters and the home of their dreams in Washington State.

The two ash container bags may now be empty but the grateful hearts of their cherished family* remains filled by their love. 

(*Includes sons Dan and Doug, daughter Judy, and grandchildren Dana, Theron, Renee, Todd, and Colette) - Doug

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"Termination Dust"

                                            Photo by Doug Myers

Yesterday was the appearance of "Termination Dust" on the Chugach Mountains, Anchorage, Alaska.

Summer has merged with autumn while winter's first snow has arrived.  -  Doug

For more information about Alaska's summer go to:  ALASKA CACHE NEWSLETTER

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Casting For Conservation

Fly Fishermen Speak Out Regarding Bristol Bay Project

Fly fishermen understand what's at stake in Bristol Bay.  "It's our duty as fishermen to stand up for this last stronghold of sockeye salmon in the world."

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"Pristine Alaska Under Siege!"

Passion's Reward

                                                               Photo by Colette Myers

Passion is the flash and noise of a tormented sky's energy performance.  Passion's Reward is the cleansing calm following stormy conditions.  - Doug

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Route to Riches

                                                                   Photo by Doug Myers

During this week the drive from Anchorage to Kenai Peninsula's river of the same name was a precursor occasion to spectacular late season fishing for sockeye (red) salmon.  Pictured above is the farthest reach of the Turnagain Arm sub-inlet at low tide with Portage Glacier in the distance.  -  Doug

Refer to:  Alaska Cache Newsletter

Smoke-N-Success

                           Photo by Regis Pappert

The Alaska BBQ and Smoker welcomed home these Kenai River red travelers from crowded waters of Cook Inlet.  The late run of sockeye salmon in the upper section of the Kenai River provided accelerated excitement for fly fishing enthusiasts and a gratuitous supply of rich flavored protein for the fortunate few.    -  Doug

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Sharing Alaska's Other Gold

                                                Photo by Regis Pappert

Alaska's summer has been generous, especially when providing an excellent "red" sockeye salmon season.  The reward was tackle busting excitement with fly rod and future pleasures from the BBQ extending beyond summer's green.    -  Doug

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Work Can Be BEARing

                                           Photo by Doug

While helping a friend prepare for a garage sale display on his driveway a silent visitor helped himself to a container of discarded milk.  The young adult scavenger approached from the rear and was without shame.  Black bear are frequently viewed throughout Mr. Connolly's neighborhood in Anchorage, Alaska.    -  Doug

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Independence, Security, and Freedom

Happy 4th of July! 

A word about independence and freedom on Independence Day. Specifically, what is the role of independence at a personal level in regards to intimacy (closeness)? Being independent should not exclude the need or desire for others but include feeling supported by others. To be independent at the price of an emotionally nourishing connection that includes support lacks the feeling of being emotionally secure. To have both is the road to caring and freedom.   -   Doug

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When Red Is Silver

                                                 Photo of Doug by Regis Pappert

 This week's fishing excursion to the Kenai River resulted in a limit of  "bright silver" sockeye salmon fresh from Cook Inlet.  The early run of "reds" (popular name) in the upper section of the river provided action typical of aggressive ocean caught fish.  The instinct of the early run is to move upstream with urgency to spawning waters.  

A second run will follow in July but generally with less urgency.   The slower advance upriver is evidenced by a reddish color acquired when in fresh water for a longer period.  Sockeye's eventual spawning color is a deeper red body with a greenish head.  The reference to sockeye salmon as "reds", however, includes also its prized red flesh.  -  Doug

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Fathers Are Forever Young

                                                            Photo by Doug

What is your memory of Dad?   Work, play, comradeship, and conversations with a father are the glue of dedication that continues to give strength to loved ones during difficult times.  Dads never leave us as long as we remain open to love.  Instead, they remain an influence in knowing love's generosity.  My memory of Dad includes the freshness of love's inspiration not limited by time.  -  Doug

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Almost King Size

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZBB96Q4hzk&feature=g-upl

Click on the YouTube URL above to view brief video action on Alaska's Deshka River. 

Larger kings followed the entourage sampling caught on video.  -  Doug

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Wilderness Family Beginning

                                                                   Photo by Doug Myers

Mothers still manage the spotlight in Alaska, even as we near the day to celebrate Fathers.  -  Doug

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Initial Royal Encounter

                                                                 Photo by Regis Pappert

An initial pursuit of royalty using Alaska's Deshka River waters resulted in an encounter with the king salmon entourage only.  The smaller forerunners gave hopeful signs of a later celebrity appearance.   -  Doug 

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Pristine Alaska Under Siege Update!

 

Item AE1:  Pristine Alaska Under Siege!
 AE1e:  06/04/2012 - EPA Bristol Bay Mining Study,

Hearing on the federal agency's conclusion of negative impacts on fish habitat.

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Royalty Returns To Alaska

Photo: Doug and Cousin Keith Zahnter by Regis Pappert

KING SALMON ARRIVAL

Celebration among Alaska's sport fishing enthusiasts mounts as projections suggest a promising return of the famed and revered king salmon.  -  Doug

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A Mother's Day

                                *Photo by Doug Myers

To celebrate Mother's Day is to acknowledge a mother's devotion and hard work during "A Mother's Day".  -  Doug

* Photo taken in a small mountain village (pueblito) in the Sierra Madres of Mexico.

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Share The Experience

                  Photo by Doug Myers

 Mexican Musician in Comala, Colima, Mexico

Celebrate with our neighbor friends their defeat of the French in La Puebla on

Cinco de Mayo

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Warm Renewal Revisited

 Photo and Graphic Design by Doug Myers

Embrace the rich and romantic tradition that has remained unchanged in and around one of the most popular destinations of the Mexican Pacific Riviera. Ancient cobblestone streets, sparsely used dirt roads connecting small villages (pueblitos), and sub-tropical trails along rivers and coastline all connect the viewer to a gentle but spirited cultural setting. Colorful celebrations by folkloric dancers exhibit the recognition of a proud and unifying heritage that remains rooted in the present. Visual snippets with text of one of Mexico's enchanting group colony settings are captured in the photo-display ebook Adventure Mexico available online (click on the embedded URL below).  -  Doug

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Warm Renewal

eBook Cover Photo by Doug Myers

 

I have recently returned from an enriching experience in and around one of Mexico’s most popular and historical destinations.  My pleasurable time included the photo documentation of life from busy cobblestone streets to sparsely used dirt roads connecting pueblitos (tiny villages) in the nearby Sierra Madres to sub-tropical jungle trails along rivers and coastline.

These photos, and others of previous excursions in Mexico, are currently being edited for ebook publication (refer to cover photo above).  Completion of the adventure photo journal will be noted in a future blog.  -  Doug

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A Comforting Thought !

Alaska Winter Sun   (Photo by Doug)

 

To understand the center of our physical universe, the sun, is to unlock the secret of our emotional universe, love.  Regardless of conditions which may temporarily or for a season diminish or obscure brightness and warmth both remain constant.  To experience one is to give hope for the other.  -  Doug

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Man Snares More Than Bears - His own Indignity

Alaska Brown Bear  (Photo by Doug Myers) 

Recent proposals by the Alaska State Board of Game include the expansion of indiscriminate snaring of bears so that more moose would be available to kill by hunters.  The questionable practice places bait in a bucket hanging from a tree.  When the bear reaches for the bucket a cable closes around its front leg.  When discovered by the trapper the bear is shot following a lengthy and painful attempt at survival. 
Former Alaska Governor Tony Knowles suggests the Board of Game's recommendation does not follow practices of good wildlife management. These practices should include a priority for the resource, science and ethics, and broad support of the people of Alaska.   According to former Governor Knowles, "This is nuts where we're going, . . . This is a real train wreck that's going to happen in terms of our wildlife management policies."  -  Doug

Read more: http://www.adn.com/2012/01/12/2260779/ex-governor-opposes-alaska-bear.html#storylink=cpy

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