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“Train to Denali” Alaska, 2025
Today we took the train from Fairbanks to Denali. The scenery was breathtaking! We got to enjoy a nice breakfast and coffee in the dining car while gazing out on the Alaskan wilderness. It made for a good memory.
Once we arrived in town, we got on our tour bus and visited a visitor center, followed by a stop at 49th State Brewing. There, we took photos with the bus that was used in the filming of Into the Wild. I’ve read the book and seen the movie, so it was mildly interesting to see it in person. After snapping a few pictures, we returned to our hotel to relax for the evening.
Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 2.2200000286119mm, f/2.2, 1/2500 sec, ISO50
“Steamy” Cedar Park, 2025
Mariko made some delicious pork and cabbage balls and steamed them just right. With bowls of rice and miso soup on the side, it turned into a nice and simple meal that everyone enjoyed.
“Steamed Pork and Miso Soup” Cedar Park, 2025
“Plane and Cloud” Cedar Park, 2025
I went on a lunchtime walk today and saw some truly beautiful clouds in the sky. The sun was shining brightly, so I was glad I had my sunglasses with me. The clouds weren’t just nice to look at – they also gave me some much-appreciated shade whenever they drifted in front of the sun. It made the walk even more enjoyable.
“Summer Clouds” Cedar Park, 2025
“Yuzu in Motion” Cedar Park, 2025
It was dark, and she was moving!
“Kiki in the Shade” Round Rock, 2025
Today I went for a ride with Kiki. After taking some photos, I pressed the ignition button, but Kiki wouldn’t start. The battery, which I bought just two months ago, didn’t have enough cranking power. Luckily, I carry a portable battery jumper, so I was able to start her up and get back home.
I took the battery back to the store where I bought it, and they checked it. They found there was no distilled water in it. We guessed that my charger might have malfunctioned, overcharged the battery, and caused the water to escape through the vent. But now that I think about it, I don’t believe I ever added distilled water in the first place. I had assumed the store added it before giving it to me. This dawned on me when I asked if they could add water, and they told me they don’t have any. They only add the acid that activates the battery cells.
So the battery has been dry for two months. I added distilled water at home and charged it up. It seems to have full cranking power again. Hopefully I didn’t damage the battery too much. Doh!
