Since travels have been scarce and I stay close to home an expedition all the way to Anchorage seemed like an adventure indeed. I had an appointment with my doctor so following my prescreening health check (no fever) and my mask in place I proceeded just fine. I decided since my journey was long I should utilize the trip to grab a few essentials at Costco and perhaps grab a soda for the trek home. I double dipped and bought a lemonade and a soda and placed them in their rightful spots. And then . . . as proud as one can be I hopped back into my little red bag and pulled out two straws to replace the paper ones they gave me. Now the passage back to the valley was intact and I was feeling contently giddy for keeping that golden little storage of straws so handy. Not feeling eco-friendly today.