I pushed on a bit past Bend tonight and am glad I did. I had a nice
conversation with the hotel desk clerk, who lived in Fairbanks for a
while in the 60s and 70s…he was disappointed to hear that the Alcan
was paved now. 
I’m confusing the waitresses at the Sugar Pine Cafe by only wanting one
of the three optional side dished with dinner. It is pretty cold out; I
guess people want hearty warm meals at night in the woods here.
Dinner’s here….more in a bit.