Author Archives: Gort

About Gort

Retired space traveler and part time author.

2020 Ski For Light Regional

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Gort

We moved the event date to late January in hopes that we’d see snow. Or rather *some* snow. Indeed, we did. But it was not ski-able for the second consecutive year. Several years ago during a particularly rainy winter event, … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2019

Posted on December 31, 2019 by Gort

In the paper version of this year’s letter, the last thing I mention is that I have fully retired from the workforce. By the time this is published, Marilee will have retired as well. We are excited for our next … Continue reading →

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2019 Ski For Light Regional

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Gort

The 2019 Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) Ski For Light regional event was held in Sherman, Pennsylvania at the Sons of Norway cultural and recreational center known as Land of the Vikings. That last sentence sounded like it came out of a … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2018

Posted on January 5, 2019 by Gort

It’s down to the wire. By the time you read this post, Christmas will be spoken of in the past tense. Nevertheless, let me press on with a quick update. Normally, I’d include many more details and several more photos … Continue reading →

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GVL Property Owner of 40+ Years…

Posted on July 21, 2018 by Gort

…and still counting. First, a little orientation is in order. GVL, or by its proper name Grand Valley Lakes, is a gated community in Tennessee. Now on with the story. I had re-enlisted in the U.S. Navy back in the … Continue reading →

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2018 Ski For Light Regional

Posted on March 4, 2018 by Gort

Final preparations for the regional SFL trip were nearly complete. However, there was some debate about whether or not we should pack our skis. We’ve been through this before — carry skis only to hike in mud. A careful review … Continue reading →

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2018 Ski For Light International Event

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Gort

Some years ago, Larry and I talked about skiing together during a Ski For Light event. 2018 looked like a good year to make that happen. The event was held at Tahoe-Donner Cross Country Ski Area known for its predictable … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2017

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Gort

Our first Kenlon Family Letter was written and distributed in December 1977. It was typed on an electric typewriter, had graphics taped to the first page, and was reproduced in a print shop when we were stationed in Rota, Spain. … Continue reading →

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Coffee Maker

Posted on March 4, 2017 by Gort

The coffee maker had been making good coffee for many years. Recently, though, it also was making puddles of water after each brew cycle. Obviously, there was a leak and potential for a catastrophic failure. Easy fix — go buy … Continue reading →

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2017 Ski For Light Regional

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Gort

Land of the Vikings was the venue for this year’s regional event. The lodge was comfortable, the innkeepers were accommodating, and the food was plentiful. We were blessed (?) with some rather incredible weather this year. Upon arrival, we discovered … Continue reading →

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