VMF: 4th of July Celebration

Like the carnivals of ol', the 4th of July Celebration at the VMF was complete with a chili cook-off, homemade ice cream, funnel cakes, corn dogs and games!

The chili cook-of contestants! Wendy samples them all!

Miss Amanda and her homemade chili!

CORNDOGS!

Poobaca with his infamous "name that poo" carnival game and festive attire.

Oh yeah...a Vat-O'-Cheetos. Dive in for prizes!

Forget bacon, it's the year of the Cheeto.

Bill pays tribute to Izzy.

Cotton Candy making machine!

Todd tatts up the locals like Lan...

and Anna B!

Ang tags Cynthia with a tattoo!

Shawn Brown!

Travis and his trailer of games!

Desiree and Me! Yay USA!

Auction items! Antarctic-made bowls by Zach Pettway.

My sparkle hat!

Wine, chocolate, lights...

snacks, liquor and more!

The Captain Morgan Spiced Rum went for $750.00...not kidding!

A VMF clock made from old pisten bully parts!

Jenn!

Bill tries to pin a knife on King George's 3rd heart while MC looks on.
In lieu of cash prizes and such, all of the auction money raised was donated to Izzy and John to help with lost wages and expenses related to the medevac. When it really matters, communities can surprise you.

Getting Carnal: Hunters & Gatherers Party

Whether airing a carnal desire or getting in touch with their inner caveman or woman, Scott Base played host to the Hunters and Gatherers party. While I wasn't feeling particularly like a hunter or gatherer, I opted to help with a little face painting!

Brian made an shrunken-head necklace out of dried apples!

Don't cross him, or you make end up on a string!

Justin wasn't going to the party either, but he was a
good sport and let me paint his face anyhow!

The mean and serious aboriginal side of Travis!

MC in pigtails? Exactly.

Larry went as his spirit animal - a Unicorn!
All he's mising is a glittery horn!

Oooga.

Chugga.

Dinning with the Kiwis

For a night away from MacTown, and town for that matter, Thursday night "Dine with the Kiwis," is a great escape. On this particular Thursday, Me, Zachary, Amanda, Troy, Travis, Kelli, Cara, Brett and Jonathan climbed into the shuttle (driven by Grump) for an evening of delicious food, drinks and artificial fireside time.

Let the fun begin!

Mmmmm...dinner and wine!

Brett, Travis enjoy a nice MOA brew while Troy sips on
an L&P (New Zealand carbonated lemon water).

All smiles for picture time!

Inside the teeny, tiny Kiwi greenhouse.

I spy a little red tomato amongst all those green leaves!

Little sprouting plants!

The outside of the teeny, tiny Kiwi greenhouse.

MOA! New Zealand brewed beer - ANTARCTIC EDITION!

And a reminder of what happens at Scott Base to rowdy Americans!

McMurdo Top Model Fashion Show

Even at the bottom of the world, there are catwalks, runways and walk-offs. The only thing we're missing is tiny cell phones and David Bowie, though I expect he'll show up via space craft at any moment.

I went as Petra Rosiere, pink is SO the new black.

Ouuu a model: Mel-A(hhh)-Nie.

Tasty snacks provided by the ever-in-demand Galley Chefs!

Dustin Jolan and Jen are ready for a night on the town!

Molly and Brooks pour a bit of the bubbly.

Here they come! Move it, shake it, make it!
Travis in the lead, followed by Kelli and Brett.

Hot Hot Hot!
Jamie, Cara and Kelli are burnin' up the red carpet!

Time for our close up!

Gracie, ravishing in print, ready to paw at the press!

Zombie attack! Because even zombies have fashion sense.

The bubbly runneth over and floweth freely!

Kelli dances through the crowd in PINK cowboy boots!

Emily, the light of the world, aka Fifi Chamonix,
clad in a Scott Tent as Roy Bean the Body Guard protects her.

From the far North, Brian Tamm and his classy kilt!

Fashionistas! (Kelli, Me, Model, Cara and Emily)

Even MC was shiny!

Cathy strikes a pose!

The Fabulous Baker Boys - Kris, Brian, Kenny and Joseph.

Lovely Ladies of the Vine: Janette and Cynthia.

Our illustrious judges, Roy Bean, Astrid Zeta and Fifi Chamonix.

Fashion Show Grab Bag!

Glam treats included bling bling jewelry and
model-sized snack packs of expired cheetos!

A final word from our sponsors!

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