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About dfolstad58

I live in the South Okanagan. BC. I enjoy reading, exercise, toastmasters. spending time with my son, my daughter, & her husband , and my patient wife. I try to respond personally to every comment on my blog, and in this way I hope to get to know my readers a little bit and and am able to thank readers for their encouragement on what they liked and suggestions on what they would like to see me try in order to improve.

Just in Time – Paul McCartney to the rescue for Feb 14

Posted on February 9, 2011 by dfolstad58

This was the song that played incessantly in the summer of 1976. I remember turning it off by switching radio stations. It’s not Paul McCartney that I objected to, au contraire, I am and was a Wings fan. In fact … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day- Forget fancy but don’t forgo Chocolate.

Posted on February 7, 2011 by dfolstad58

Valentines Day is nearly here! Fight the panic guys. First ignore media’s sales pitch to buy diamonds – the payments are “forever“. Chocolates are always an excellent choice. Thing of them as a side-dish to the main choice but make … Continue reading →

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This blog you should just close your eyes

Posted on February 2, 2011 by dfolstad58

If you have never listened to harpsichord music before ~ this is one that I particularly like and you should hear with your eyes shut. Twice! I like this music when I am waking up in the morning and you … Continue reading →

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When you tell my Mom and Dad

Posted on February 2, 2011 by dfolstad58

It never ceases to amaze me how “out of the blue” I will have a song arrive on my mind. What tills the mind and causes the furrows to unleash an old memory? Are you a toe-tapper? Do you smile … Continue reading →

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Homework Assignment for Toastmasters Osoyoos Spring Conference !

Posted on January 29, 2011 by dfolstad58

Okay, you did it!  You checked the website for the “Sages In the Desert” toastmasters conference May 6, 7 and 8,  2011 at the beautiful destination, Osoyoos. You are the frugal sort, who likes to save money so you purchased … Continue reading →

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Raise your glasses May 6, 7 and 8, 2011 in Osoyoos, BC

Posted on January 29, 2011 by dfolstad58

Osoyoos in May is a beautiful place to be.  This spring conference is an opportunity to have a great time with like-minded people. This spring conference is an opportunity to be inspired and return to your own Club with  new … Continue reading →

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