An unexpected view of the North Pole

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Originally uploaded by Amie Oliver

In search of Santa Clause? No. After a night of enduring pre-fourth of July fireworks in our 'hood I was fortunate to wake up for a moment on the flight to Hong Kong in time to see the North Pole. Stephen B. mentioned our route might take us north but I had no idea the geography would be so evident - or so beautiful.

I met up with Hetty and the Somers at Newark. We'll arrive in Hong Kong simultaneously jet-lagged and confused. I hope they have a good view of the world below because there is nothing worth watching on the entertainment channel... "Confessions of a Shop-a-holic" doesn't compare to the North Pole - with or without Santa.