Living Free Alaska

01/10/2025

Fly high our sweet angel... fly high. 💔🐾🐶😢

Our sweet Spirit crossed over the rainbow bridge this morning and is now chasing squirrels and porcupines and being watched over by my Mom and our previous dog Thunder. Our hearts are shattered!!!

We noticed her being pretty lethargic over the last two days and yesterday her face began to swell again from her chronic ear infections we have been fighting for the past year. We tried to get into our vet but they couldn't see her until tomorrow. Last evening she stopped taking treats and would barely take any water. We knew it was time. We loved on her all night but unfortunately she was in a lot of pain. Only an hour of sleep or so for the both of us as we sat with her and tried to ease her pain as she seemed to do better when we were with her. This morning we called the vet as we knew it was time to say goodbye. They got us in and gave her a dignified and respectful send off. Honestly we think she left us during the sedative medication before the final medicine was administered.

Its a sad day today but we also celebrate Spirit. We got her just within a few months of dating and Gary's girls helped name her. She's seen most of the United States and Western Canada, starred in a movie and of course came into your livingrooms through LFA. I know many will say a little prayer for our sweet angel and she will be sorely missed. Sofi and Newman could feel the sadness in the air and I think they know their sister isn't coming home.

Love on your loved ones... and your fur babies... because they are just as much family as anyone else.

RIP Spirit
April 16, 2011 - January 10, 2025

01/08/2025

🚨New Video Alert 🔔 over on our Living Free Alaska Youtube channel at https://youtu.be/SMnGbBOl3Lw. 🐾❄️❤️

This week on LFA we experience the heart of an Alaskan winter the week of New Years by immersing ourselves in the Knik 200 Joe Redington Sr. Memorial Sled Dog Race, an Iditarod qualifier, celebrating the legacy of the "Father of the Iditarod." We kick things off at the starting line, soaking in the excitement as mushers and their incredible sled dog teams embark on this grueling 200-mileish journey through Alaska's breathtaking backcountry wilderness. From there, we hop on our snowmachines and ride out to the middle of the course, to cheer on the teams as they power through the lower Susitna Valley at sunset. Then the adventure doesn’t stop there! Early the next morning, we return to Knik Lake to witness the tight race at the finish line. Few events capture the spirit of Alaska in winter quite like a sled dog race, and we’re thrilled to spend the weekend with you chasing this race and sharing this iconic experience.

Experience the heart of Alaskan winter with us as we spend the weekend immersed in the thrilling Knik 200 Joe Redington Memorial Race, an Iditarod qualifier ...

01/02/2025

Did you know mornings in Alaska often begin with the magical blue hour? 🌌 During this time, just before sunrise, the world is bathed in soft, cool hues of blue and violet. It’s called “civil twilight,” when the sun is just below the horizon, creating a serene glow that lights up the landscape.

In Alaska, especially during winter, this blue hour can last longer, giving us more time to soak in the beauty. It’s the perfect moment for reflection or simply enjoying the peace of the morning. Have you ever experienced the blue hour where you live? Let us know!

01/01/2025

We're Back to vlogging after a short break due to the holidays!!! 🎥 Watch now over at on YouTube now or click the link below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://youtu.be/uu_7R1D1fac

✨In this week's episode experience the magic of South Central Alaska on the shortest day of the year! ❄️ Then join us as we spend Christmas Eve in the heart of our kitchen, whipping up delicious treats for friends and preparing a festive Christmas Eve dinner for ourselves. . 🥰🎄 We also announce the winner of our Christmas giveaway and then we hit the trails out behind our house on our snowmachine's for a ride through the wintery wilderness, offering the perfect moment to reflect on this past year and share what we have planned for 2025. 🌟

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from Alaska!!! The lights are out, the bonfire is lit and we are spending it with friends!

12/31/2024

Stacey here… yesterday on my personal FB profile I posted about never wanting to experience a year like 2024 again. It got me thinking after I posted that post. The truth is I just really never want to lose another person so close to me again. Losing my Mom was different from any other loss I’ve felt and it truly was the hardest thing I have ever had to endure in my life because she was my bestest friend from day one of my life to her last day. There is only one other person on this earth who I could lose and feel the same and well Gary you do not have my permission to leave me anytime soon!!!

To be fair 2024 was a wonderful year for us other than losing my Mom. Our business saw its first year in the positive and is flourishing. Our second YouTube channel is growing by leaps and bounds and we have found a whole new community and online family with Living Free Alaska. Our Alaska friendships circle deepened and we were able to do some amazing adventures and spend quality time with our “Alaskan family”. Our dogs although aging are doing well and are happy and of course we added Newman to our pack. With the death of my Mom I was able to rekindle friendships with family who haven’t been in my life in years. I also got to see and spend some real quality time with friends and family back home while taking care of my Moms estate. We were also able to help our niece with a place to live by fixing up and renting out my Moms place to her. We welcomed our first grand nephew to the Quimby family. I am thankful I was also home to be with my best friend after the death of her Mom just 3 weeks before my Moms death. It’s a sisterhood we never thought we would join together so close to one another but I am glad she was there for me and I there for her. We were also able to travel to some amazing places this year including Europe with our best friends and we now definitely want to go back for another trip to explore more of this world. We also got out and played more in and around Alaska this year which helped remind us why we chose Alaska to be our forever home.

Yes am I glad 2024 is over…but I am also thankful for all its blessings. I am blessed my Mom didn’t suffer. I am blessed God called me home in time to help her and be there for her in her last hours, and take control and honor her final wishes. I am thankful for everyday on this earth with my best friend and love of my life. I am thankful for all our friends and family both near and far and our new online community with LFA. I am thankful for my critters in my life. I pray 2025 will continue with life’s blessings and happiness.

Happy New Year to All and may your blessings be as blessed as mine!!!

12/31/2024

Today, I went out on a ride with some other friends. It was another beautiful day on the snow, very cold temps, amazing blue skies and access to several great trail systems. All we need is more snow!

12/31/2024

Wondering what we are up to in-between video releases? Want more realtime updates? Just want another way to chat with us in real-time? If the answer is sure why not.. then why don't you join our very own Facebook Community group page where we will share more daily happenings around the homestead and keep you up to date on what we are up to in and around Alaska? Join us over at LFA's Freedom Family where you can interact with not only us but other Living Free Alaska Freedom Family community members as well. We hope you will join us over there too! Until next time! 😘

12/28/2024

American Thanksgiving Day in the UK was an adventure for us! After a busy morning navigating from our central London flat to Victoria Station, then catching our bus to Southampton, we finally boarded the stunning Sky Princess. This is our second time sailing on her, so it felt like coming home—no learning curve required!

Embarkation was smooth, and within minutes of stepping on board, we were reminded of how small our world really is. Tim, a follower of our channel from Canada was waving at us like he knew us. Of course I wasn’t expecting to be recognized half way around the world, but here was Tim and his wife Dale asking about Newman’s and his new boots (LOL). It truly a small world.

Once settled into our stateroom, we set sail for France at sunset. For dinner, we embraced the holiday spirit with a Thanksgiving meal in the main dining room—about as traditional as it gets in Britain! We didn’t snap many photos because we were soaking in every moment of our first evening aboard.

Tomorrow, the highlight of this cruise awaits: a visit to the Beaches of Normandy. Stay tuned!

12/25/2024

🎄 Merry Christmas from Living Free Alaska! 🎄

May your day be filled with joy, love, and the wonder of this special time of year. Thank you to our Freedom Family for being part of our journey and for sharing in the adventure of living free in life!

Here’s to creating more memories, chasing dreams, and embracing the wild spirit of the holidays 🥂🍻

Stay warm, stay adventurous, and most of all have a very Merry Christmas! 🌟🎅

With love,
Gary, Stacey, Spirit, Sofi and Newman

12/24/2024

It’s ALIVE!!! By special request from one of my girlfriends I woke up my sourdough starter after a 7 month rest in the fridge! Just in time for Christmas!!! 🥰 🥖🍞🥯

12/24/2024

Oh London… we will definitely be back!!! After our long red-eye flight to the UK we managed to get a uber to our Airbnb by Battersea Power Station and got settled in. After a quick afternoon catnap, we made our way across from our flat for drinks and pizza to celebrate our arrival. The following day we spent it from sunrise to sunset exploring what London has to offer. 🚶‍♀️ 17,300+ steps, equaling over 7.5 miles!, We covered London by foot, bus, train, and boat that day—and we only scratched the surface! Again why we must come back!!!

Highlights of London:
🎄 Visited our first Christmas Market
💂 Watched the Changing of the King’s Guard at Buckingham Palace.
🚍 Hopped on and off a double decker bus to explore the city.
🚇 Took the Tube from Baker Street to Tower Hill to visit the iconic Tower of London.
🛥️ Cruised the Thames River from Tower Hill to Westminster.
🍺 Ended the day with fish and chips at the famous St Stephen’s Tavern, completed with the Division bells ringing in the background during dinner.
🌟 Ended the day with a nighttime stroll past Victoria Tower, Big Ben, and the Palace of Westminster back to our flat at Battersea Park.

Tomorrow’s highlights—we’ve got a ship to catch! 🛳️🇬🇧

Side note: We are home now from this grand adventure. It will take us a bit longer to go through all the video footage we took so for now we wanted to give you a little daily peek into all our vacation adventures. So check back daily for some fun while we work on getting a video put together for you all. 😘

12/23/2024

Ready or not Europe here we come!!! 🇺🇸✈️🌍🏰🇬🇧
Get ready to see the highlights of our 3 week European Trans-Atlantic cruise back to America!

Side note: We are home now from this grand adventure recovering from massive jet lag and getting ready to celebrate the holidays. It will take us a bit longer to go through all the video footage we took so for now we wanted to give you a little daily peek into all our vacation adventures. So check back daily for some fun while we work on getting a video put together for you all. 😘

12/19/2024

Captured this stunning sunrise at 10 AM today! Just two more days until the winter solstice, and then we start gaining daylight again. 🌅

12/12/2024

12 years ago today, on 12/12/12 at 12:12 PM, we made the BEST decision of our lives by saying “I Do” to each other and choosing to spend our forevers together! ❤️

No regrets, not for a single moment for either of us. Each day is better than the last, and we are so grateful to be each others partner in life. We can’t wait to see what the good Lord has in store for us next! 💕

12/11/2024

🚨 New Video Alert! 🔔
This week, we’re diving into your most curious questions about life in Alaska. Plus, we’re giving you an exclusive insider tour of our modern Alaskan shop house! 🏡

Discover how we’ve made this unique lifestyle work for us and get a closer look at our home and daily life in Alaska.

👉 Watch now: https://youtu.be/r0hZGLJuyfo

Don’t miss out—see you there!

12/04/2024

🚨New Weekly Vlog Alert 🔔 This week Gary gives you an inside look at a typical day on the homestead. From shop reorganization and mechanical room maintenance to restocking the wood bin and refueling the heating oil tank, it’s all about keeping things running smoothly. Along the way, he tackles a few other odd jobs that come with living on a modern Alaska homestead.

Join Gary with his daily happenings today over on our Youtube Channel at: https://youtu.be/Dm4Vp4StGjI.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from Gary and I and the pups. 🦃 We’re so thankful for this amazing community and the journey we share together. Wishing you a day filled with love, gratitude, and adventure. Stay safe and enjoy the day!🥰