We were fishing off Vashon Island in Washington, all was calm, and then the sharks came. Ok, so they were small, but they still have sharp teeth. There were four of us and we all caught at least 5 a piece. I have never seen so many sharks in one day. At one point my Dad was reeling one in and another one followed it  up to the boat! Crazy.

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I am watching real estate in Alaska right now as my husband and I plan to purchase land in the next year. Does anyone know if the market drops at all during the winter months?

My name is Sarah, I'm 29, and I've dreamed of moving to Alaska for as long as I can remember. I have never been there, all I know is what I have heard from others, what I've read in books and magazines, and what I've seen on TV. The only way I can describe it is to say that I am homesick for a place I've never been.

My husband and I currently live in Washington State. We are planning a trip up to Alaska next summer, and possibly one for the following winter in order to get a sense of the extreme differences of the seasons.

I joined this site to make new friends and hopefully get some tips on moving to Alaska from those who have gone before me. I look forward to chatting with you.

Sarah