Category Archives: Thinking Out loud

Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway

Posted on June 11, 2012 by dfolstad58

June 11, 1979 The world lost a legend, a man I would add to the classic few. He was born Marion Robert Morrison but the world knew him as John Wayne or Duke. Some would dispute his ability as an … Continue reading →

Posted in Thinking Out loud | Tagged Big Jake, classic, Duke, John Wayne, Marion Robert Morrison, Shootist, True Grit | 2 Comments

Thank You AND Recognition Is Never Ever Unappreciated

Posted on June 10, 2012 by dfolstad58

This article is from Inc.com. It is written for employers but you and I can both see that the application is for everyday as well. Even if doing the dishes is your “job”, or cutting the grass, or taking out … Continue reading →

Posted in Thinking Out loud, Uncategorized | Tagged appreciation, everyday life, heartwarming, life, Motivation, recognition, smile, thank you, Tom Peters, unexpected | 3 Comments

Standing Out or Outstanding!

Posted on June 8, 2012 by dfolstad58

Some people see more in a walk around the block than others see in a trip around the world.-source unknown This was an week where my health affected me so I could not walk very well and missed going to … Continue reading →

Posted in Thinking Out loud | Tagged blog, change, encouragement, friends, frienship, inspiration, philip yancy, positive steps, positive thinking, smiles, story | 2 Comments

Friends are precious

Posted on June 3, 2012 by dfolstad58

Friends are precious. They laugh at your jokes, even when it isn’t that funny and laughter is important; life and your health should always include lots of smiles and laughter. I consider myself very fortunate to have friends that put … Continue reading →

Posted in humor, Thinking Out loud, Uncategorized | Tagged Canada, Canadian dollar, friends, friendships, Joke, Laughter, Loonie, The monkees | 5 Comments

I know it isn’t Valentine’s Day

Posted on June 2, 2012 by dfolstad58

Have you ever heard the song “hello” by Lionel Ritchie? I first heard it during a Disney Valentine’s special. The video is cute, and it perfectly encapsulates (whew!) what happens in life. Guys are just minding their own business, and … Continue reading →

Posted in humor, Thinking Out loud, Uncategorized | Tagged Disney, hello, lionel ritchie, Love, Valentine's Day | Leave a comment

Four hour happy hour, Nice People and a bus named Sweetheart – Malapascua Island, Philipinnes

Posted on May 29, 2012 by dfolstad58

Four hour happy hour, Nice People and a bus named Sweetheart – Malapascua Island, Philipinnes. Four hour happy hour! that’s what caught your eye right! If you love blue water (or dream about southern climates all winter while scrapping ice … Continue reading →