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Another shift week concludes as our counterparts take aim on the base of the Auto Road, where Wayne awaits, warming the snow tractor. Working week on/off shifts as we do, gives new meaning to "time flying by." Essentially the summit crew lead two lives. When we return to either life it is hard to conceive that operations continue while we are away. In each arena, acknowledgement that our other life exists is difficult. We feel like we never departed, yet somehow have pushed a week deeper into the year.

Although living on the summit can be taxing, it is obvious that the crew prefers life on top of New England opposed to our respective "homes." How lucky are we to say, "Great! Tomorrow is Wednesday, I can't wait to go back to work," and really mean it? For those of you who have set foot on top of Mount Washington, I'm sure you understand.

Overcast skies and relatively poor visibility have us tripping over our own feet tonight. Though we can see sixty miles, I somehow feel more enclosed on this dark summit than when fog is present. The landscape looks empty without the lights of Portland, Sherbrooke, and Lewiston/Auburn guiding our way. Though dark, it is peaceful, with light winds and average temperatures. Things should remain calm, as a quiet weather pattern is setting up for quite a few more days in Northern New England, so make sure you get out and enjoy!

Score another point for the summit volunteer program. For a guy who "can't cook," Roger Lafontain sure has treated the crew and guests exceptionally well. Thank you, Roger, for all of your assistance, you certainly took a load off our backs!

Jeff De Rosa - Observer

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