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87How to lower triglycerides naturally
What are triglycerides? They are fats with a structure consisting of three fatty acids that are bound to a glycerol molecule with a covalent bond. Triglycerides can be elevated for a number of...
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85Strategies for solving math story problems
The first step is to choose your time and place. The second step is to get all your math gear in one place. The third step is to write your name on a piece of good paper. The fourth step is to read the problem out loud. Then, on a piece of scratch paper, write down what the variables are, what the given numbers are. Next, draw a picture.
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77Hojoki: more than a storage shed
When we lived in Alaska, we had a storage shed in our backyard which was built to resemble a small barn, complete with a barn door. The previous owner had even installed a phone jack with a line separate...
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79Favorite Scandinavian Films
Not your usual Ingmar Bergman films: The Man without a Past (Finnish); Noi the Albino (Icelandic); Monsterthursday (Norwegian); Den Osynlige (The Invisible, Swedish); Slim Susie (Swedish). One of the most wonderful things about having a subscription to films by mail is that it permits me to explore other cultures from my living room. Join me in visiting Scandinavia.
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80Alaska: Crow Pass Crossing 2008
Mountain running in the Chugach Range. As of 7/10/08, there were still about 30 spots available. Don't wait! This limited entry race starts at the Crow Pass Trailhead in Girdwood and ends in Eagle River, north of Anchorage. It involves crossing a glacial stream which can be fast, high, and COLD! A must do for the serious mountain trail racer. Sign up before 5 PM, June 4th!
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73Alaska: Resurrection Pass 100 Miler 2008
The 2009 Resurrection Pass 100-Miler will be held on July 31st. Meet at the Hope School on Friday afternoon at 2 pm. There will be aid stations at miles 12, 50 & 88. This event is another must do for the serious mountain runner. Starts in the historical mining community of Hope, Alaska. Very minimal support.
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75Palm Oil, Orangutans and Girl Scouts
Orangutan habitat endangered I was really intrigued when two Girl Scouts from Michigan refused to sell Girl Scout cookies this year, citing their concerns about palm oil used in cookies and how increased...
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75Do you exercise regularly? Why or why not? And if you do, what do you do to stay in shape?
I exercise regularly, probably 6 or 7 days a week. Why? Mostly because I enjoy it, but also because I tend to put weight (gain fat) on easily and lose muscle quickly. For most people, the primary components...
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72Minnow's Guide #2: River City Books
I don't know if you're like me, but I love going to small towns and visiting their independent bookstores for a little local flavor. If you come to Soldotna, be sure to check out River City Books, located at the "Y", especially for its collection of Alaskana and books on local hiking trails. In Soldotna soll man „River City Books" immer besuchen. Diese kleine Buchhandlung ist unabhängiger und hat eine nette Auslese der Bücher über Alaska.
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72Alaska: the Bore Tides of Turnagain Arm
When the incoming tide is funneled into a narrow area such as Turnagain arm, it produces a distinct and powerful difference between high and low tide, which you can view as a wall of water rushing in with tremendous force. I remember seeing a whirling mass of eagles and ravens flying along like a tornado as the bore tide roared in.
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