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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.

Bike riding is like life

Posted on August 3, 2019 by dfolstad58

Bike Riding is like life? I have enjoyed bike riding since I quite young, I am not sure but my first two-wheeler was when I was living in Quesnel, and I will guess I was 6 or 7 years old. … Continue reading →

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Poisoning ourselves is avoidable

Posted on July 30, 2019 by dfolstad58

Last week on July 24, I read an interesting article in the National Post (a Canadian newspaper).  The author was Linda Blair and it was titled “Holding a Grudge is self-toxic” expert says. The article goes on to explain that indulging … Continue reading →

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Sashay on by

Posted on July 29, 2019 by dfolstad58

I was inspired by another blogger today to post some photos. Thank you https://yeahanotherblogger.com A recent post of his made me chuckle and he posted some pictures from his neighborhood walk, you may want to visit and check it out. … Continue reading →

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YouTube – Handstands to Bruises by Chairlift with Tara Stiles

Posted on July 26, 2019 by dfolstad58

Originally posted on Life and Random Thinking:
Image via Wikipedia I love this youtube video, fun, cheerful, musical and different. I don’t know either the group or song but it’s cool (and I’m ancient). Do you love the music ?…

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Just Standing there – Part 4

Posted on July 24, 2019 by dfolstad58

These short stories are all located in the Category- Just being creative. You can pick this category by going to the menu on the right. I sincerely hope you read them all and follow along and provide your comments. If … Continue reading →

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Not the usual Hero

Posted on July 23, 2019 by dfolstad58

I have tried to start a routine of beginning my day with a bike ride for about 45 minutes. The evenings cool off and the mornings are the perfect temperature with the added bonus of peace and quiet. I am … Continue reading →

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