Author Archives: dfolstad58

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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.

Catastrophe in the Okanagan Valley

Posted on August 19, 2023 by dfolstad58

Dear blog friends, one and all. It was only a few days ago that I was shocked to see the catastrophic damage in Maui and I felt shock and concern for those thousands effected. How could it happen? How could … Continue reading →

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Family Day ♥ – Robbed at Gunpoint

Posted on August 11, 2023 by dfolstad58

It’s the truth, on August 6th – we had a special day planned on the Kettle Valley Railway and we were robbed at gunpoint. However, we expected it, planned for it, and the money went to charity! ♥ My dear … Continue reading →

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Road Trip to Peachland

Posted on August 2, 2023 by dfolstad58

Hello readers, hello friends, thank you sincerely for visiting today. When you drive for an hour and you live in a big city; what is your scenery? In the big cities I have visited and lived in, the scenery was … Continue reading →

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Chipmunks, tiny Quail, and a steam train

Posted on July 30, 2023 by dfolstad58

I had an exhausting ride a few days ago with my son. I loved it, all three or so hours of bike riding in July heat. So many trails here but I chose to ride a trail I haven’t ridden … Continue reading →

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Starry Starry Night

Posted on July 26, 2023 by dfolstad58

Dear friends who read my blog, I think of you often, sincerely I do. I apologize I slipped away. I know you understand. Today is nearly the end of July and I am enjoying another ordinary, simple day. My days … Continue reading →

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A blog from 2012 – I was thinking about Friends today,

Posted on July 23, 2023 by dfolstad58

I was thinking about Friends today, not the tv show either. Many times in my life I have found that friends have stood out in their love and support, and I am grateful. When I was feeling down and had … Continue reading →

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