JIM WELLER (1:123/140) wrote to GORD HANNAH at 21:43 on 03 May 2007:

 JW> We had 2 inches of snow last Friday, warm weather Sat and the first
 JW> black flies Sunday! So much for getting a break between seasons.

At least we've been blessed.  No black flies here yet. 

 JW> I have step kids and grandkids here. I suspect we'll stay forever.
 JW> And the winters ARE getting milder compared to 25 years ago.
 JW> (Thanks, Harper and Bush!)

But are they getting shorter?  Our winter this year was reasonably pleasant
(except for the snow) but it seemed painfully long.

Take care,

Steven Horn (steven.horn{at}northwestel.net)
Moderator, ALASKA_CHAT 
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