Rachael Kvapil
@pagesculptor.bsky.social
Business and Infrastructure Journalist in Alaska, dog lover, triathlete, and content homemaker.
When good friends 🧡 have your back.
August 15, 2025 at 6:11 PM
When good friends 🧡 have your back.
And MAGA wear their hats in supermarkets saying they would LOVE if I would made Nachos con Carne for them. And I'm thinking, "Bitch, I'm the one you're trying to deport even though my family has been here for generations." Lord, give me strength. I don't want to get kicked out of Fred Meyer again.
August 14, 2025 at 11:19 PM
And MAGA wear their hats in supermarkets saying they would LOVE if I would made Nachos con Carne for them. And I'm thinking, "Bitch, I'm the one you're trying to deport even though my family has been here for generations." Lord, give me strength. I don't want to get kicked out of Fred Meyer again.
22 inches of 172 stitches in a basketweave pattern finally complete. Doesn't look like much folded up, but this is the back panel of the poncho I hope to complete by the end of the year. Today I start the same pattern all over again to knit a 20 inch panel for the front.
August 14, 2025 at 6:24 AM
22 inches of 172 stitches in a basketweave pattern finally complete. Doesn't look like much folded up, but this is the back panel of the poncho I hope to complete by the end of the year. Today I start the same pattern all over again to knit a 20 inch panel for the front.
I used to hate Mondays until @garyvee.com posed the question, "What if I told you this was your last Monday morning of your life. Would you still complain about it?" Of course I wouldn't! Now, I take a deep breath and exhale. Let's tackle today with as much energy as our other favorite days!
July 28, 2025 at 6:46 PM
I used to hate Mondays until @garyvee.com posed the question, "What if I told you this was your last Monday morning of your life. Would you still complain about it?" Of course I wouldn't! Now, I take a deep breath and exhale. Let's tackle today with as much energy as our other favorite days!
A huge turnout at our Thursday Tracking and Trailing training session. Double the numbers from earlier this summer. A few are trying for their certifications this evening and a few are learning how to set track for the first time. Sunny and warm. Only a few weeks away from the August trial!
July 18, 2025 at 5:09 AM
A huge turnout at our Thursday Tracking and Trailing training session. Double the numbers from earlier this summer. A few are trying for their certifications this evening and a few are learning how to set track for the first time. Sunny and warm. Only a few weeks away from the August trial!
This spring, I took a beginning sewing class from Seamwork. Sounds crazy considering I've sewn my own clothes for years. I sewed this linen dayrobe. So lightweight! So summertime! And it has GIANT pockets!
BTW, there were quite a few tips & techniques learned in that class. Worth the tuition.
BTW, there were quite a few tips & techniques learned in that class. Worth the tuition.
July 8, 2025 at 7:05 PM
This spring, I took a beginning sewing class from Seamwork. Sounds crazy considering I've sewn my own clothes for years. I sewed this linen dayrobe. So lightweight! So summertime! And it has GIANT pockets!
BTW, there were quite a few tips & techniques learned in that class. Worth the tuition.
BTW, there were quite a few tips & techniques learned in that class. Worth the tuition.
BIG MILESTONE! Java and I passed our TD Certification for tracking and trailing. We have earned 4 vouchers to officially enter official competitions. Lots of stuff to work on, but that is all for another day. Tonight we celebrate will sweet potatoes, cookies, and happiness!
July 4, 2025 at 6:08 AM
BIG MILESTONE! Java and I passed our TD Certification for tracking and trailing. We have earned 4 vouchers to officially enter official competitions. Lots of stuff to work on, but that is all for another day. Tonight we celebrate will sweet potatoes, cookies, and happiness!
After a full week of training, doggie play dates, and classes, Java is TIRED! But it's the weekend! I'm sure a few hours rest and she'll be good to go in the morning.
May 10, 2025 at 3:28 AM
After a full week of training, doggie play dates, and classes, Java is TIRED! But it's the weekend! I'm sure a few hours rest and she'll be good to go in the morning.
Fairbanks, Alaska is losing it last fashion fabric store. And while most of my fabric shopping has been online for several years, I still find it necessary to say goodbye to JoAnn Fabrics before the close their doors forever.
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May 4, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Fairbanks, Alaska is losing it last fashion fabric store. And while most of my fabric shopping has been online for several years, I still find it necessary to say goodbye to JoAnn Fabrics before the close their doors forever.
feeddawg.blogspot.com/2025/05/adio...
feeddawg.blogspot.com/2025/05/adio...
Trump is just mad that he was never this cool.
May 4, 2025 at 4:58 AM
Trump is just mad that he was never this cool.
As I say every year, you can't call it Spring in Fairbanks until after May 15th.
May 3, 2025 at 6:25 PM
As I say every year, you can't call it Spring in Fairbanks until after May 15th.
Today's AKC Scent Work trial results: 1st Place in Novice-A Exteriors, 2nd Place in Novice-A Interiors, and 2nd Place in Novice-A Containers. No Qualifying in Buried, but I better understand the issue. One more bright and early trial day tomorrow and then Scent Work Seminar on Monday.
April 26, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Today's AKC Scent Work trial results: 1st Place in Novice-A Exteriors, 2nd Place in Novice-A Interiors, and 2nd Place in Novice-A Containers. No Qualifying in Buried, but I better understand the issue. One more bright and early trial day tomorrow and then Scent Work Seminar on Monday.
There's NO "This land is your land/This land is my land" with my dog. There's ONLY "This land is my land."
April 17, 2025 at 5:05 AM
There's NO "This land is your land/This land is my land" with my dog. There's ONLY "This land is my land."
Even though more snow is in the forecast, I've started work on my 2025 Spring/Summer sewing projects. The first is a shorter version of this "Day Robe" worn as a light outter jacket over a tank or a tee. This pink linen chambray caught my eye though it's a color I wouldn't normally wear.
April 12, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Even though more snow is in the forecast, I've started work on my 2025 Spring/Summer sewing projects. The first is a shorter version of this "Day Robe" worn as a light outter jacket over a tank or a tee. This pink linen chambray caught my eye though it's a color I wouldn't normally wear.
Don't even talk to me about Spring in Alaska until May 15th, maybe even May 30th.
April 9, 2025 at 4:48 AM
Don't even talk to me about Spring in Alaska until May 15th, maybe even May 30th.
Happy 7th Birthday to my Java Bean! We've had some great adventures and you are the best training buddy a girl could have! ❤️ always and forever!!
April 2, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Happy 7th Birthday to my Java Bean! We've had some great adventures and you are the best training buddy a girl could have! ❤️ always and forever!!
Weekday sourdough loaf to bring happiness on a snowy April day.
April 2, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Weekday sourdough loaf to bring happiness on a snowy April day.
The past few months in America is like waking up to another decree or firing from Profesor Umbridge.
March 31, 2025 at 3:52 AM
The past few months in America is like waking up to another decree or firing from Profesor Umbridge.
Exploring new breweries on my trip to Anchorage.
March 27, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Exploring new breweries on my trip to Anchorage.
Spending my Friday Night with everyone I ❤️ 😍💖
March 22, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Spending my Friday Night with everyone I ❤️ 😍💖
Wearing my new skirt that I made over the winter. I don't know that I've ever worn a Spring skirt so early in the year up here! If you're interested in making this skirt check out the Zinnia Skirt from Seamwork.
March 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Wearing my new skirt that I made over the winter. I don't know that I've ever worn a Spring skirt so early in the year up here! If you're interested in making this skirt check out the Zinnia Skirt from Seamwork.
Another set of 🎁 bags finished!
March 20, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Another set of 🎁 bags finished!
Morning sketch of the dog's emotional support squirrel.
March 20, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Morning sketch of the dog's emotional support squirrel.
Java is ready for spring.
March 9, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Java is ready for spring.