We flew into Chicago just after midnight on Friday. Luckily the airport wasn’t closed. After collecting the rental car, we made our way to Hammond, Indiana to grab a few hours sleep and wait for daylight to get the rest of the way through the blizzard. The highways were closed so it was back roads, white outs, very slippery conditions and extremely cold and windy. A lot of the trip was done between 20-30 miles an hour and never did we get above 45. Mark said it was the worst he has ever driven in but we made it. Surprised his niece Tayler, who had flown in from Japan with new baby and husband. Spent Christmas Eve with them and Greg, Laura, Steve, Mom and Dad. Made pirogies and had a great family get together. Sitka’s temps are in the mid 40’s so not as cold as here. However, the warmth of a family reunion is well worth it!
Merry Christmas
