Category Archives: family

Is it July already? We had better Zip!

Posted on July 8, 2011 by dfolstad58

I rub my eyes, and wonder where did June go? It has been a cooler, wetter spring than usual in the Okanagan and the daylight hours are now reducing. I try not to focus on what that means, and of … Continue reading →

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24 Years is a long, long time.

Posted on July 6, 2011 by dfolstad58

TODAY I was happy to celebrate my 24th birthday; okay you caught me. My birthday is in October, this was really an anniversary. It is the anniversary of my kidney transplant back in 1987.  I had a transplant in 1986 … Continue reading →

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A priceless moment

Posted on June 20, 2011 by dfolstad58

The cowboy boots are a gift from Guido. Guido was my grandfather on my Mom’s side. He was born in 1901 and was a gentlemen in every respect. He loved his gardening, his family, his accordion playing, his church and … Continue reading →

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A Daunting Task, but a pleasant one.

Posted on June 17, 2011 by dfolstad58

How to give praise? My next Toastmaster manual speech requires me to give someone praise. An interesting process began in my head as I thought of eulogies. I would much prefer to praise someone while they are alive so that … Continue reading →

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That’s some spicy a-meatball !

Posted on March 16, 2011 by dfolstad58

When you swim in a creek and an eel bites your cheek – that’s a moray! If the video is missing as it seems sometimes apt to do then, try “refreshing” your screen or try this – http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x16tq7_dean-martin-that-s-amore-1953_music There was a … Continue reading →

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Sunshine on a cloudy day

Posted on March 11, 2011 by dfolstad58

I have tried to write a blog today but I find myself in too serious a mood. I have been blessed by some very real conversations with friends and acquaintances. I found them encouraging, and a reminder to count my … Continue reading →

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