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The Challenges of Retrieving a Capsized Canoe

May 5, 2019 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

It was supposed to be a fishing trip. But when we heard someone’s canoe had capsized just a bit down the river, we (I speak as the queen) decided to first try to help. Fortunately, the king (as I see I must refer to my husband) is both a very hands-on problem solver and keen […]

How to Make Wild Greg’s Best Homemade Piña Colada

January 14, 2015 by Laura Blodgett 5 Comments

A few of the piña colada ingredients standing ready.

  Wild Greg makes almost all of my drinks. That is because I am very picky and no one else knows how to do it right. He also frequently tastes my drinks in restaurants before I try them. A piña colada is one of my favorites. For me, he makes it with the barest amount of […]

Helpless Female Sews Chin Strap Ribbon Ties on Hat While Boating on the Snake River

October 29, 2014 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

Wild Greg taking a short break from driving the boat while he evaluates the route and fishing destination on the Snake River.

When Wild Greg, a.k.a my husband, drives his jet boat, you had better hold onto your hat. However, this can make your arms tired. You must also be prepared that even when the boat is gently floating on the Snake River, while Wild Greg is fishing, the wind can pick up unexpectedly. Thus, you either […]

Helpless Female UnCamping S’mores

September 10, 2014 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

A raw UnCamping S'more being toasted, or roasted, over the gas flame of my stove.

I had heard we aren’t supposed to use the gas stove to heat the house. I assumed that meant I couldn’t use it to heat marshmallows, because sometimes these kinds of ideas get lost in my brain like it is a house of mirrors. But then we went shopping for camping food, just me and […]

Four Hot Springs From GrandJean to Idaho City

August 15, 2014 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

They served food, wine, beer, and mimosas.

Word on the street has it that the water from a natural hot springs comes out at 170°F. To put that in perspective, water boils at 212°F, but it only takes 1 second to get a third degree burn from water at 156°F. Water at 110°F can be dangerous, and the upper safe limit is […]

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