Living Alaska — Why is Christmas Shopping Different in Alaska?
The Effective Shopper in Alaska
Shopping Effectively
To shop effectively in Alaska is to understand Alaska. It is not as simple as it sounds, and certainly not the same as shopping in the lower 48. Let me explain.
My Credentials
I am a not an expert, but I did work at Macy’s in Union Square, San Francisco, California over the holiday season years ago. Does this make me an expert on shopping for Christmas presents in Alaska? It does, let me explain?
Moving to Alaska
I moved to Alaska a year and a half ago, I knew nothing about Alaska. I got off the Ferry two summers ago, called my boss in San Francisco, quit my job, rented an apartment, and had four job offers in 24 hours. I learned everything about Alaska as quickly as possible. I wanted to stay.
Learning a Language
If you want to learn new language you need to immerse yourself in it. If you want to learn about Alaska, you need to move to Alaska. You can read all the books but until you live here you will not understand Alaska. The longer you live here the less you notice the subtle differences. If you grew up in Alaska, even the Stark Differences pass you by. I notice all the differences…
