Haven't written much since the crazy Christmas storm. Kaola and Connor returned to Jawbone on 1/5 - we were still snowed in, so they did have to walk 9 miles in the rain and snow. About a week later our contractors plowed the road, and vehicle access was restored mid January.
Not too much to tell at this time - work on the Nellie's project (our new utility building) has slowly gained momentum the last two weeks. It was stalled due to weather.
The 5 winter residents of Jawbone are enjoying the quiet, and getting ready for the upcoming season, arriving in 6 short weeks.
Joe and I have been getting out and visiting friends. We treated ourselves to two nights at a hot spring resort in the Columbia Gorge after our three weeks of Christmas hell. Our bodies and minds were worked, and the quiet days soaking in hot water were wonderful. We were also able to watch Barack Obama sworn in as the 44th President of the United States on TV since were were out and about. What a day.
Connor, Joe, and I were in Bend last week for some skiing and visiting and Connor and I skiied another more local mountain earlier this week. It is nice to have road access and be able to get out and enjoy some other parts of Oregon. Hope you are all well!
Much love until we see you again - Katie and Joe
A few pics of the last few weeks...
Connor starts off for Jawbone
Jawbone Sunset
Watching the sunset
Caretakers - taking care of business - clearing trees on the road
Some friends come to visit - and midnight basketball ensues
