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FKelso
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Hi, all! I am glad to be joining your community. I am 80 years old and have lived in Alaska since 1969. I love it here...would not live anywhere else. I've had a varied, active, and interesting life (at least to me...lol.) I lived in Connecticut until I was 9; then moved to Colorado, where I spent 20+ years. Started playing music professionally in Colorado (first played banjo; then added electric bass; arthritis has caused me to give up the banjo, but I still play bass.) Our group got a job playing music in Alaska, first in Fairbanks, then in Kodiak. I met and married a man in Kodiak; much later we separated. We had plans to build a house on land we had under Homesite Claim on Spruce Island. After our separation I went there and with the help of a friend, built the house where I lived for the next 20 years. I am a writer; have had four books published and will have the fifth within a couple of weeks. I am retired, except for a very part-time jewelry and gift business, and need to supplement my meager Social Security.
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Dave Huskey
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It's good to run across another octogenarian... I'm 83 also with an "interesting" life - at least many friends say so. For me a simple life, just doing what came to me to be done. Born near Joplin MO in '36, moved around a lot, 12 different schools before 10th grade, lived in eight states of the USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Israel, Russia, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan. Didn't finish 10th grade in high school, Senior engineering professional in three fields: Critical Care Medical Devices: Automation Controls / Instrumentation; and Petrochemical Refinery Control Systems. US Army Medical Corps in the 60's at Fort Sam Huston's Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) as NCO in charge of the Cardiac Diagnostic and Open Heart Surgery Unit. Had business developments in: USA; Israel; The Netherlands; Brazil; and Uzbekistan. Humanitarian work (on my own nickle without a support organization) in: Mexico; Uzbekistan and Russia. Seven kids, two are adopted from Russia, 16 Grand kids, and four Great Grand-kids,,,
Now as a recovering engineer and world traveler I am looking to have some fun building an on-line affiliate business that will be in the area of my wife's interest and skill set so that she will have an income after I am out of the picture. My first wife and mother of my first four has passed on. My current wife and mother to three, is now 63, a professional Russian-English translator, and Health Care professional is looking to retire from those endeavors and now interested in promoting Cruise Vacations. I'll see if we can develop a platform for that online with the help of Weathy Affiliate.
Writing a book or two is not out of the picture either, At least I will do a blog or two...
I would like to learn about your books. I'll check out your blogs and learn lots, I am sure.
Probably I should post this to my own Bio.... Whaddaya think?
Now as a recovering engineer and world traveler I am looking to have some fun building an on-line affiliate business that will be in the area of my wife's interest and skill set so that she will have an income after I am out of the picture. My first wife and mother of my first four has passed on. My current wife and mother to three, is now 63, a professional Russian-English translator, and Health Care professional is looking to retire from those endeavors and now interested in promoting Cruise Vacations. I'll see if we can develop a platform for that online with the help of Weathy Affiliate.
Writing a book or two is not out of the picture either, At least I will do a blog or two...
I would like to learn about your books. I'll check out your blogs and learn lots, I am sure.
Probably I should post this to my own Bio.... Whaddaya think?
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FKelso
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Yes, you certainly should. Folks will find your life very interesting. While reading your bio, it occurs to me that one reason people find us old folks so interesting is they read that we have done many different things. When you live an active, involved life into your 80s you will have many adventures along the way because you have so much more time to have them.
Thanks for following...now we will travel the road together. Have you met Joes746 yet? I think that is the right name...he is 81. Soon I will be, too, but neither of us will catch you!
Thanks for following...now we will travel the road together. Have you met Joes746 yet? I think that is the right name...he is 81. Soon I will be, too, but neither of us will catch you!
SHorley1
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Hi there
What an amazing life you are living - hope to be going at your age.
I'm nearing retirement age as dictated one should consider here in the UK. But, I'm not ready yet. I was a teacher, but now I'm a psychologist, mainly helping people with anxiety. I'm also a local politician and until very recently the cabinet lead member for adult social care, managing a billion pound budget. Now I manage corporate services, but I love that you are here and passing on your knowledge.
I've started following you as I can see that you have a wealth of experience in the online space. I've dabbled for years and written a couple of ebooks myself in my niche. I really want to take my expertise further and any advice you are willing to give will be greatly appreciated.
Regards
Sandra
What an amazing life you are living - hope to be going at your age.
I'm nearing retirement age as dictated one should consider here in the UK. But, I'm not ready yet. I was a teacher, but now I'm a psychologist, mainly helping people with anxiety. I'm also a local politician and until very recently the cabinet lead member for adult social care, managing a billion pound budget. Now I manage corporate services, but I love that you are here and passing on your knowledge.
I've started following you as I can see that you have a wealth of experience in the online space. I've dabbled for years and written a couple of ebooks myself in my niche. I really want to take my expertise further and any advice you are willing to give will be greatly appreciated.
Regards
Sandra
FKelso
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Sandra, so glad to have you with us. You should do well here. To get the most from the training, my advice is the same to you as I give to all: Follow that training step by step; don't skip anything; do it in the order in which it will help you most.
If you have questions, you are welcome to ask me, but you can also ask in the community as well. People in here are very helpful. Best of luck to you in WA.
If you have questions, you are welcome to ask me, but you can also ask in the community as well. People in here are very helpful. Best of luck to you in WA.
KathleenF1
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Hi Fran, How are you? is it lovely and green where you live?
June is the best month here, I think, all the flowers, and birds with babies! so noisy as they are all yelling at once for food, and the parents look pretty frazzled for a few days, lol
I'll pm you some pictures of my farm.
You send me some of your place?
:)
June is the best month here, I think, all the flowers, and birds with babies! so noisy as they are all yelling at once for food, and the parents look pretty frazzled for a few days, lol
I'll pm you some pictures of my farm.
You send me some of your place?
:)
FKelso
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I'm doing well,Kathleen.
Would love to see pics of your farm. Unfortunately, I don't have many to send in return, and my camera has stopped talking to my computer. I think I might have to get a new one.
Went on a long boat trip yesterday; took lots of pictures, and now I can't get them off the camera.
Would love to see pics of your farm. Unfortunately, I don't have many to send in return, and my camera has stopped talking to my computer. I think I might have to get a new one.
Went on a long boat trip yesterday; took lots of pictures, and now I can't get them off the camera.
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KC1953
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Hello! Thank you for the follow and I gladly returned the favor. I have always wanted to visit Alaska, even tried to reenlist when in the Army and be stationed there. Didn't work out though.
That's a really interesting introduction you wrote. I can just imagine some of the stories you have to tell. Thanks again for adding me to your network.
That's a really interesting introduction you wrote. I can just imagine some of the stories you have to tell. Thanks again for adding me to your network.
brichnow21
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Hello, Fran!
80 years, young!! Wow!
Sounds like you still have the heart of an adventurous teenager! Rock n Roll, and Bluegrass?
Merger, social security? Ha-haa!
I found out I won't get but pittance, from my ex, until he's dead! Rude awakening! LOL Hope you appreciate my humor!
I'm still planning on a trip to Alaska. I believe I've flown over many times, while the ex worked in Japan. Most touch Terra Firma, to count!
Barb
80 years, young!! Wow!
Sounds like you still have the heart of an adventurous teenager! Rock n Roll, and Bluegrass?
Merger, social security? Ha-haa!
I found out I won't get but pittance, from my ex, until he's dead! Rude awakening! LOL Hope you appreciate my humor!
I'm still planning on a trip to Alaska. I believe I've flown over many times, while the ex worked in Japan. Most touch Terra Firma, to count!
Barb
FKelso
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Yes, you should visit here. It's a beautiful place.
Don't feel bad about your pittance. I get only what I put in, and did not always work for someone else...I get a measly $930 a month to live on, and that includes a $250 stipend from the state. As you can see, I have a need for WA.
Don't feel bad about your pittance. I get only what I put in, and did not always work for someone else...I get a measly $930 a month to live on, and that includes a $250 stipend from the state. As you can see, I have a need for WA.
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3chas80
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Hi Fran,
Nice to meet you! Welcome! You have had a storied and interesting life.You are an inspiration to me and others!
I know you will enrich your life even more engaging with the WA community!
Thanks for the follow, and I have added you to my following as well. I look forward to working with you here in WA.
All the best to your success in your journey here.
Chas
Nice to meet you! Welcome! You have had a storied and interesting life.You are an inspiration to me and others!
I know you will enrich your life even more engaging with the WA community!
Thanks for the follow, and I have added you to my following as well. I look forward to working with you here in WA.
All the best to your success in your journey here.
Chas
SHERINATOR
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You're awesome! I want to be like you, when I was a lot younger I would go to Larson bay Alaska in the summers and work it's so Beautiful there but the earth quacks scare me what about the one in 1964? anyways you're my Idol now I hope you don't mind it's great to get to know you, Fran,
FKelso
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Wow -- Larson Bay -- how long ago were you there? Whom did you work for?
Fortunately, I missed the 64 quake. Came up here to stay in 1969. I love Alaska, and wouldn't live anywhere else.
Fortunately, I missed the 64 quake. Came up here to stay in 1969. I love Alaska, and wouldn't live anywhere else.
SHERINATOR
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I was there in 1982 1983 1984 I packed caviar for the Japanese, it was summer work then I would come back to Washington and work at Weyerhaeuser Co, doing fluff runs. yes, I truly believe that Alaska is the most beautiful place iv been I see why you love it. my mother has written a book called half way there by Martha Harris and my son has written 3 books why train in Thailand MMA by BK Brandon Kesler so I told them I was going to write a book, so I made a book I called it everything men know about women then you open it and it was all empty pages lol I was joking them because I don't write they are the writers, I would like to read your book.thats what scares me about doing WA is that I am not a good writer.
FKelso
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Believe me, your writing will improve in here.
Did you meet any Larson Bay folks? Any of the Agas? Was there a health aide there named Patte Rae?
Good luck to you on your journey in here. Just stick to the training and you will be fine.
Did you meet any Larson Bay folks? Any of the Agas? Was there a health aide there named Patte Rae?
Good luck to you on your journey in here. Just stick to the training and you will be fine.
deelilah
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Awesome to meet you. My favorite place ever, Alaska-- I lived in Anchorage for around 4 years, over 50 years ago. I'm working on several books, one ready to publish, and I published a poetry collection. We have much in common, not the least of which is our age related wisdom. hope to see you around, and best of luck on your internet pursuits.
JerryHoskin
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Hi FKelso, I enjoyed reading your profile story. I have fond memories of 2 weeks spent on Kodiak Island with the US Navy. It was a couple of months after the 1964 earthquake.
Wow! Five books published! Does that carry over to writing copy? I'm having a bit of a conversation with myself over writing a decent WA review. ;)
Best regards,
Jerry
Wow! Five books published! Does that carry over to writing copy? I'm having a bit of a conversation with myself over writing a decent WA review. ;)
Best regards,
Jerry
FKelso
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Thanks for the comments...Kodiak after the earthquake must have been interesting.
Unfortunately, I have to time to write copy, except for my own. The WA reviews are the mountain I have to climb too.
Unfortunately, I have to time to write copy, except for my own. The WA reviews are the mountain I have to climb too.
phil1944
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You recently took me up on my offer to be in a mutual help group for WA members doing the super affiliate challenge. This was in my blog post Can I Support You In The Super Affiliate Challenge? .
I have now created my website for this challenge. It's https://superaffiliatechallenge.com.
Please go to that site and click Q&A from the main menu. It's a thread created especially for this group. It's password protected and the password is wasac (for wealthy affiliate super affiliate challenge). I look forward to your participation and mutual support.
Regards
Phil
I have now created my website for this challenge. It's https://superaffiliatechallenge.com.
Please go to that site and click Q&A from the main menu. It's a thread created especially for this group. It's password protected and the password is wasac (for wealthy affiliate super affiliate challenge). I look forward to your participation and mutual support.
Regards
Phil
kmer6
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Good evening to you Fran. My name is Ken and I welcome you to WA and thank you for the follow. I'm following you back.
You were wise joining WA to learn the best way to learn all about online marketing. You can use it for passive income via affiliate marketing, or you can increase your reach to an already established business. Which ever direction you wish to go, earning an income will always be welcomed.
I look forward to working with you and helping you to succeed. I wish you much enjoyment and success in your online journey.
Ken.
You were wise joining WA to learn the best way to learn all about online marketing. You can use it for passive income via affiliate marketing, or you can increase your reach to an already established business. Which ever direction you wish to go, earning an income will always be welcomed.
I look forward to working with you and helping you to succeed. I wish you much enjoyment and success in your online journey.
Ken.
Wdcope
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Thanks for the follow, and I will follow you as well. I admire the fact you live in Alaska. I have lived right out of college for 11 years in SW Florida, then moved back to Central Ohio. Raised in the snow belt next to Youngstown.. Winters are milder then NE Ohio, but winters soon I hope to be tropical or close to that. Hoping to be able to do my business online anywhere in the world since we love to travel. Never been in Alaska, but only mid summers would I venture. Wish you the best here at Wealthy Affiliate.
Take care,
Bill
Take care,
Bill
Wdcope
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That is absolutely balmy! :) 59 degrees today here, upper 60's and 70 Sunday but then rain.. No complaining though from me. I get excited and much more enthusiastic in warmer weather. I need the sun more than anything. Must be the vitamin D and my Arthritis kicking up in cold weather.
Thanks, You also
Bill
Thanks, You also
Bill
PattyMc
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I just read and commented on your "You Can't Stop Me Now" post, then I come here and read your profile and just nod my head, saying, "yep, you really are a spunky, determined woman!! Love it!!"
You have done so much and still doing it!! And you are now a member of the Cat Writer's Association, congratulations! Yes, You've intrigued me to look further into this interesting woman and I've started reading your blogs! (I'm currently on "Here's A Description of Patte's Mountain Hideaway").
I am looking forward to reading more!! :)
You have done so much and still doing it!! And you are now a member of the Cat Writer's Association, congratulations! Yes, You've intrigued me to look further into this interesting woman and I've started reading your blogs! (I'm currently on "Here's A Description of Patte's Mountain Hideaway").
I am looking forward to reading more!! :)
FKelso
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Oh, Patty, I an so happy you are enjoying my website. Eventually I hope to make a lot of sales, but for now, I just want people to read my posts!
I have to tell you about my favorites...since my niche is cats, everything is supposed to be about cats. Well, I couldn't list kid's books unless they were about a cat, so I invented a character. Her name is Lucinda the literate cat. She writes my book reviews. You must have read at least a couple of her posts if you are on the "mountain hideaway" one already. She does a monthly column, too, called "letters to Lucinda."
Keep me posted as to how you like the site.
I have to tell you about my favorites...since my niche is cats, everything is supposed to be about cats. Well, I couldn't list kid's books unless they were about a cat, so I invented a character. Her name is Lucinda the literate cat. She writes my book reviews. You must have read at least a couple of her posts if you are on the "mountain hideaway" one already. She does a monthly column, too, called "letters to Lucinda."
Keep me posted as to how you like the site.
PattyMc
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I'm almost thru your posts here, which, btw, you have a picture of a large, bare oak tree. It reminds me of my large acorn tree, a picture I need to share with you. :)
After I finish here, I'll be on my way to your website! I'm looking forward to hearing about Lucinda! :) And yes, I will keep you posted! Thank you for the enjoyable reads!! :)
After I finish here, I'll be on my way to your website! I'm looking forward to hearing about Lucinda! :) And yes, I will keep you posted! Thank you for the enjoyable reads!! :)
haroda
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Hello Fran! I couldn't help but smile when I read your profile. It is refreshing and full of joy. You live an amazing life. I hope you have found WA to be helpful on your journey to supplement your income. Please give me or any one on WA a holler if you need help.
Best wishes for a productive and successful year!
Best wishes for a productive and successful year!
BruBeck
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Hi Fran, thank you so much for following me! Wow, you've had quite the life. I "almost" made to a Alaska on a trip but had to cancel due to lack of finances. Hopefully someday I will be able to do it. I have lived in Colorado though. A very beautiful place. Congrats on being in the top 100. You are obviously doing something right. Keep it up! Many blessings to you!
-Bruce
-Bruce
john1433
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Thanks For the reply Fran. Happy to hear your chest application worked. I could sure use something right about now. Flu has hit me. S far not too bad, but all symptoms are there. Would love to test Cbd on the flu. Will try to find on line supplier. Funny how it is legal here yet can’t find it? Ha. Get totally well. Wish you happiness and good health for many more years to come. Cheers and hugs. John
john1433
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Hello Fran, I read your reply to an article mentioning CBD and how you have benefitted from its use for 10 years. I am happy to hear that, as I wish to promote the use of CBD to seniors. I am also a big believer, but my benefits of use have been primarily as relaxant. I also hoped to replace drinking wine, and did for a bit. Then I found both CBD and wine together were okay too. As we age I find being to strict kinda foolish. As to age, did not enjoy reading a reply to you whereby you were referred to as old. I doubt they have any idea how age is just a number, especially to those who live outside the box of regular society, ie. away from city values. Your bio resonates a super attitude and I like it. Stay well and good luck. Cheers. John
FKelso
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Thanks, John! No, I'm not old -- I'm classic.
I have tried CBD for so many things. On Friday I started coughing; a cold settled right in my chest. I was pretty congested for a day or so. Started rubbing CBD salve on my chest...I don't know if it really helped, but the chest congestion is nearly gone. No more tight feeling there either. Usually when I get a chest cold it sticks around for a while. I hope it is really gone.
I have tried CBD for so many things. On Friday I started coughing; a cold settled right in my chest. I was pretty congested for a day or so. Started rubbing CBD salve on my chest...I don't know if it really helped, but the chest congestion is nearly gone. No more tight feeling there either. Usually when I get a chest cold it sticks around for a while. I hope it is really gone.
FKelso
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I have a couple of places I get it. Presently, there is an herbalist in our little town that carries it. And, by the way, the chest is almost totally recovered...just an occasional cough.
By the way, there are people here on WA that sell CBD. I've seen a couple of sites, though I don't remember the names.
By the way, there are people here on WA that sell CBD. I've seen a couple of sites, though I don't remember the names.
JamieFreedom
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Hi Fran,
Another thing that works for immune support is colloidal silver. It's effective in preventing and getting rid of both bacterial and viral infections. Doctors used to prescribe it before there were antibiotics. ~ I get my colloidal silver at the Vitamin Shoppe, either a brick-and-mortar store or online. Silver Biotics brand; 16 oz for about $24.95 after Competitor's Discount pricing; Vita-Cost is the competitor I quote and it saves about $10.
I hope you get completely healed up from your infection and get your immune system strong. You are one amazing lady! And you gotta keep sharing your knowledge with us here on WA!
Thank you for being an inspiration!
Jamie
Another thing that works for immune support is colloidal silver. It's effective in preventing and getting rid of both bacterial and viral infections. Doctors used to prescribe it before there were antibiotics. ~ I get my colloidal silver at the Vitamin Shoppe, either a brick-and-mortar store or online. Silver Biotics brand; 16 oz for about $24.95 after Competitor's Discount pricing; Vita-Cost is the competitor I quote and it saves about $10.
I hope you get completely healed up from your infection and get your immune system strong. You are one amazing lady! And you gotta keep sharing your knowledge with us here on WA!
Thank you for being an inspiration!
Jamie
FKelso
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Yes, I have used colloidal silver. I don't have any right now, but it is indeed good stuff.
BobMargroff
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Hello Fran, thanks for the follow back. Alaska is someplace that I’ve always wanted to visit.
My dad was stationed there in the late 50’s when he was in the army. He said he hated it there...I think I’ll see it differently. As I am always open to new places and enjoy the differences of climate and culture. Not to mention being able to see what it’s like to be dark most hours of the day in the winter.
I wish you the best!
Bob
My dad was stationed there in the late 50’s when he was in the army. He said he hated it there...I think I’ll see it differently. As I am always open to new places and enjoy the differences of climate and culture. Not to mention being able to see what it’s like to be dark most hours of the day in the winter.
I wish you the best!
Bob
FKelso
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Hi, Bob. Your dad might have hated Alaska because he was in the army. I imagine that might have made things a little unpleasant. If you like visiting new places you might love it here. Winters are dark, but not all day. Here in SE Alaska in dead of winter, it gets dark around 3:00 or 3:30. Now the days are already getting longer, though. And summers...you never want to go to bed!
Best to you, too, Bob.
Best to you, too, Bob.
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TiffanyDraye
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Great to have you in the community and I hope the best for you. Do you get a chance to whale watch way up there in Alaska, that has always been a dream of mine.
Although I have not been there as of yet, I hope to travel there one day.
Be safe and all the best to you and yours.
Tiffany
Although I have not been there as of yet, I hope to travel there one day.
Be safe and all the best to you and yours.
Tiffany
FKelso
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Oh, yes, have had many whale experiences. Now I don't live right on the water, though it isn't far away. Instead of whales, my visitors are bear and moose. They own the place -- I am just a tenant.
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marchanna
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Hi Fran, thanks for the follow and am following you back. I used to live on the Kenai for a while then spent a year, in Anchorage, then it was back to Florida. Strange, eh? ;) but you know what it's like moving around! Now I'm in England.
anyway great to see you are in the top 50 not sure how I missed following you before but glad I am now, I look forward to learning from you. Marc
anyway great to see you are in the top 50 not sure how I missed following you before but glad I am now, I look forward to learning from you. Marc
FKelso
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And I can learn from you, too, Marc. The top 50 is a new thing. I waffle back and forth -- in and out -- eventually I suppose it will solidify. Good to find you,too, and thanks for following me back. Nice to meet someone who is a bit familiar with Alaska. I have lived here now for 50 years.
Nicolecr78
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Hi good morning, l just wanted to thank you for your reply. l did everything you said but l got stuck, when l clicked text on the amazon page and to took it to my page only a code popped out. not a picture? can you tell me what l did wrong. Thank you so much for your time to stop and help out a newbie. That speaks volumes as to the kind of person you are. Cheers!
FKelso
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Yes. Remove that code. Go back to Amazon and make a copy of the image code...just that one. Now go to your page, go to the top,where it says "visual" and "text." Click on the text side. Now paste your code. Then click on the "visual" side and you should see your image. Then you have to choose whether to place it left, right, or center.
Let me know if that helps. To do the text image, you have to start over. Once you have the first one in, message me again.
I will try to catch your message right away. For some reason, I am not getting email notices in my email, so have to click the bell to look for your message.
Let me know if that helps. To do the text image, you have to start over. Once you have the first one in, message me again.
I will try to catch your message right away. For some reason, I am not getting email notices in my email, so have to click the bell to look for your message.
SylviaSuhr
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Hello FKelso, So lovely to connect with you. I have just written my autobiography which I hope to publish next week on Amazon. I am looking for people who would like to read my book for free and then send me a short review. Would you be interested in doing that?
FKelso
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Thanks for asking...it depends on how soon you would want the review. I am up to my ears in work, as will be gone the month of February. I am trying to write posts ahead so I can keep up while I am gone.
JonathanAll1
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Welcome to WA. It’s participation and persistence to get there and also takes a lot of creative thought to process...
Yes, thank you for following. And I am hungry to get started.
I am finding so much information for goals to success. This is surely a great opportunity with just what I need to develop independence and dreams.
Yes, www is a big world brought together with WA...
I’m just following my heart... if you’re into books, this will work out. Giving it time to sink in.
Truly grateful
JonathanAll1
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Yes, thank you for following. And I am hungry to get started.
I am finding so much information for goals to success. This is surely a great opportunity with just what I need to develop independence and dreams.
Yes, www is a big world brought together with WA...
I’m just following my heart... if you’re into books, this will work out. Giving it time to sink in.
Truly grateful
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Facebook/JonathanLeslieNetwork
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qrwizard
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Hi, Fran and many thanks for the follow. I'm following you back now.
Interesting profile. You can certainly teach me about how it feels when you find your place in the world. I'm happy where I live now, but I'm thinking that 4 years is a little too much.
Maybe it's time to visit Alaska ;-)
Best wishes for 2019!
Richard
Interesting profile. You can certainly teach me about how it feels when you find your place in the world. I'm happy where I live now, but I'm thinking that 4 years is a little too much.
Maybe it's time to visit Alaska ;-)
Best wishes for 2019!
Richard
dpanic63
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Hellos Fran from Canada
And thanks for the Follow back
I have faith you are enjoying your time here on the WA Platform and community
Great to meet you and hope you manage to stay safe after the effects of the earthquake
reach out if you need help and much success going forward
Cheers
Dino
And thanks for the Follow back
I have faith you are enjoying your time here on the WA Platform and community
Great to meet you and hope you manage to stay safe after the effects of the earthquake
reach out if you need help and much success going forward
Cheers
Dino
lakbar12
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Hi, Fran! I am just dropping by to say hi and nice to meet you. Thank you for adding me to your network. I look forward to learning with you here in this wonderful community of WA.
I have followed, and I wish you the best in everything you do…
To your continued success…
Kisha
I have followed, and I wish you the best in everything you do…
To your continued success…
Kisha
PMindra
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Hi, Fran.
Paul Mindra here from Ontario, Canada.
Thank you for inviting me to be a part of your network. I graciously accept by following you back.
Welcome to the Wealthy Affiliate Community.
I look forward to learning, sharing, serving and earning alongside with you as we all move forward here.
Kindest regards from Canada.
Paul.
Paul Mindra here from Ontario, Canada.
Thank you for inviting me to be a part of your network. I graciously accept by following you back.
Welcome to the Wealthy Affiliate Community.
I look forward to learning, sharing, serving and earning alongside with you as we all move forward here.
Kindest regards from Canada.
Paul.
SueKolman1
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So nice to meet you FKelso. That is quite the interesting profile! I hop you will be able to do more than just supplement your s.s. Thank you for the follow and I'm adding you to my network as well. Best of Luck! I hope to see you around the community!
1Summer
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Hello FKelso, enjoyed reading your profile...might is intentionally left blank no reason in particular...anyway welcome to WA and thank for your following and I am following you back.
It's funny because I was a watching a video about Alaska just yesterday as a matter of fact, it looks really beautiful, though I don't exactly cherish those overcast days when the sun is hiding behind the clouds.
Ok, have a wonderful weekend and make a happy day for yourself!
It's funny because I was a watching a video about Alaska just yesterday as a matter of fact, it looks really beautiful, though I don't exactly cherish those overcast days when the sun is hiding behind the clouds.
Ok, have a wonderful weekend and make a happy day for yourself!
FKelso
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Thank you -- I have had a happy day! Did a small bazaar here in Gustavus, which is a very small community, and made $1,000. I am very pleased.
If you can't handle rain or snow, Alaska is not the place for you. If you like natural beauty you can't beat it. The weather here can get nasty, but it's kind of like the experience of the pregnant woman who, swears after she gives birth, that she will never do that again, but she does.
Alaska is the kind of place that might really depress you one day because of the weather, but the next day it is so astoundingly beautiful that you forget all about your distress the day before.
Fran
If you can't handle rain or snow, Alaska is not the place for you. If you like natural beauty you can't beat it. The weather here can get nasty, but it's kind of like the experience of the pregnant woman who, swears after she gives birth, that she will never do that again, but she does.
Alaska is the kind of place that might really depress you one day because of the weather, but the next day it is so astoundingly beautiful that you forget all about your distress the day before.
Fran
1Summer
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Hi Fran,
Wow, I love the way you describe it! It snowed yesterday and this morning, it's been overcast and cold, I grew up in this weather.
It was never a problem when I was kid.
Now, frankly I don't mind the cold, you can always wear extra layers, but the snow is getting a little difficult to negotiate! The overcast days do depress me and I have to make an extra extra extra effort to shrug it off!
I'm very happy for you that you made $1000.00 bucks today, that is fantastic, good for you!
I've literally spent 2 full days trying to figure out a problem a problem that I had been ignoring with my sitemap for the last several weeks or so because of one thing or another...but I am so happy to say that with help from SiteSupport and one of Marion Black's tutorials, I did it! I finally got it right!!! hahaha :)
I was literally upset with myself because I had a hard time figuring this out, it just wouldn't sink in, I just could not focus, and felt that my last two days were a waste. But yeeeh I got it, I fixed it and it's a great feeling!! (a little proud of myself for that, hehehe)
Enjoy the rest of your weekend Fran! :)
Wow, I love the way you describe it! It snowed yesterday and this morning, it's been overcast and cold, I grew up in this weather.
It was never a problem when I was kid.
Now, frankly I don't mind the cold, you can always wear extra layers, but the snow is getting a little difficult to negotiate! The overcast days do depress me and I have to make an extra extra extra effort to shrug it off!
I'm very happy for you that you made $1000.00 bucks today, that is fantastic, good for you!
I've literally spent 2 full days trying to figure out a problem a problem that I had been ignoring with my sitemap for the last several weeks or so because of one thing or another...but I am so happy to say that with help from SiteSupport and one of Marion Black's tutorials, I did it! I finally got it right!!! hahaha :)
I was literally upset with myself because I had a hard time figuring this out, it just wouldn't sink in, I just could not focus, and felt that my last two days were a waste. But yeeeh I got it, I fixed it and it's a great feeling!! (a little proud of myself for that, hehehe)
Enjoy the rest of your weekend Fran! :)
DonnieNorton
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Sorry for taking so long to reply and thanks so much for the follow. I am currently bedridden with a broken leg. I wish you all the best in your journey here at WA. If I can help in any way please don't be afraid to ask.
Live Long and Prosper.
Live Long and Prosper.
FKelso
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Broken legs are not fun. Hope you recover quickly. Can you get to your laptop while in bed? You could be learning stuff...
More important that you do whatever is necessary to heal. Best to you.
Fran
More important that you do whatever is necessary to heal. Best to you.
Fran
NWTDennis
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Hello Fran ... thank you for the follow. I had a favorite cousin who felt the same way about Alaska. He grew up in Holladay, Utah when it was still so rural, his parents house did not have running water to it.
After a short stint in the Army he went to Hawaii and got involved in new home building. He bought a sheet rocking business and moved it to Alaska, where the business became very successful.
Has Alaska changed much since you first located there?
I wish you the best on your WA journey.
After a short stint in the Army he went to Hawaii and got involved in new home building. He bought a sheet rocking business and moved it to Alaska, where the business became very successful.
Has Alaska changed much since you first located there?
I wish you the best on your WA journey.
FKelso
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Let's see -- it's been 49 years, and, yes, I have seen many changes. For example, several years ago, Safeway came to Kodiak. They had their grand opening at midnight. Their huge parking lot was full and every spot on the street that could be considered a parking place was also filled. Leave it to Alaskans to celebrate a new store at midnight!
Fortunately, some places here change slowly, but the changes still come. I am glad I've been here so long, yet it is still the place I wish I'd come many years earlier. Oh, well, at least I'm here now.
Good luck to you, too, as you climb the WA mountain.
Fortunately, some places here change slowly, but the changes still come. I am glad I've been here so long, yet it is still the place I wish I'd come many years earlier. Oh, well, at least I'm here now.
Good luck to you, too, as you climb the WA mountain.
Kickbacked
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Hi Fran
Enjoyed reading your post!
I had relatives which settled around Palmer in the early 1900's. Their last name was Meier. There was a lake close to that area with a similar spelling, so who knows.
My wife has an Aunt still living in Anchorage who is in her 80's, they settled in Alaska in the 1950's.
I enjoyed the fishing there when we visited! We also go to go on over a 1,000-mile detour when the bridge washed out between Mt McKinley and Anchorage. I guess that was one way of seeing Fairbanks and the Alaska pipeline!
Have a nice week!
Tim
Enjoyed reading your post!
I had relatives which settled around Palmer in the early 1900's. Their last name was Meier. There was a lake close to that area with a similar spelling, so who knows.
My wife has an Aunt still living in Anchorage who is in her 80's, they settled in Alaska in the 1950's.
I enjoyed the fishing there when we visited! We also go to go on over a 1,000-mile detour when the bridge washed out between Mt McKinley and Anchorage. I guess that was one way of seeing Fairbanks and the Alaska pipeline!
Have a nice week!
Tim
FKelso
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Thanks for the comments, Tim. Yes, Alaska is a grand state, with lots of beautiful places to see. I have been here for 49 years, and have no intention of moving.
Fishin's good; eatin' your catch is even better! I love Alaskan fish.
Hope we cross trails again on here. Thanks for the visit.
Fishin's good; eatin' your catch is even better! I love Alaskan fish.
Hope we cross trails again on here. Thanks for the visit.
albear
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Hi Fran, just a welcome note from another old fart (I'm 81) and came to Alaska in 1974. So we're running on parallel tracks in a lot of ways. Don't rightly know Spruce Island location as Alaska is pretty large. I fished Bristol Bay and around Seward where I settled throughout the 80's and moved to Juneau around 1990 and been here ever since. Welcome to WA and keep in touch. Good Luck, Al Elliott
albear
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I know Gustavus as I have fished Cross Sound, Lynn & Chatham and hunted Hoonah for many years but don't wander to far now days. Had a new hip and socket replaced a few years ago and walk thit a cane. Make's it a bit hard to get around, but I can still sit in front of my computer and do. PM me any time.
albear
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Fran, I went to Dr. Harrah for my original hip replacement then I slipped on the ice and the titanium ball shattered the socket and they couldn't rebuild the socket here so off to University of Washington hospital in Seattle (very good hosp) for the rebuild and ended up there for about a month for rehab. I have heard Schwarting is very good too.
CandP
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Welcome to WA, Fran. We love your bio! Thanks for following us and we follow you back.
We hear you about the social security. We need to earn as well and this platform seemed like the perfect opportunity for us, after we looked around, that is.
We would love to see Alaska. That is definitely on our bucket list. Must be absolutely amazing up there.
You are way ahead of the game here since you are already a writer, Fran.
Just follow the training and take it step by step.
We wish you happiness and success,
Colette and Philip
We hear you about the social security. We need to earn as well and this platform seemed like the perfect opportunity for us, after we looked around, that is.
We would love to see Alaska. That is definitely on our bucket list. Must be absolutely amazing up there.
You are way ahead of the game here since you are already a writer, Fran.
Just follow the training and take it step by step.
We wish you happiness and success,
Colette and Philip
JonLake
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Thanks for the follow Fran. It’s nice to meet you and feel free to connect with us further on the social networks shown at the bottom right of our profile
We look forward to reading your success as well as sharing additional marketing tips and strategies. If you need any help please feel free to ask
Jon and Debbie :)
We look forward to reading your success as well as sharing additional marketing tips and strategies. If you need any help please feel free to ask
Jon and Debbie :)
Pernilla
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Hello Fran,
I'm so very pleased to meet you. Just read your helpful comment about sitespeed.
You seem to be a very energetic person. You have indeed a really interesting life! Wow, you have been a professional music artist and you are also an author! What kind of books do you write?
Your website looks great! Fran, I must say you are a very talented person. I love cats. Don't have one myself, but as a child I had a cat. My parents still have got a cat. It's the most cute and friendly one.
All the best,
see you around in the community!
:-) Pernilla
I'm so very pleased to meet you. Just read your helpful comment about sitespeed.
You seem to be a very energetic person. You have indeed a really interesting life! Wow, you have been a professional music artist and you are also an author! What kind of books do you write?
Your website looks great! Fran, I must say you are a very talented person. I love cats. Don't have one myself, but as a child I had a cat. My parents still have got a cat. It's the most cute and friendly one.
All the best,
see you around in the community!
:-) Pernilla
FKelso
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What nice comments! Thanks for the encouragement, Pernilla.
Books -- all nonfiction. There's one I wrote on my website, about my cat, Carlos. I've written a book on wild & edible plants in Alaska, and one called "Alaskan Attitudes," which is about building a house and living in a fairly remote place, with 3 cats and a dog for company. I wrote one other about the house-building adventure.
Now I am writing posts about cats. Will have to check out your website(s) and see what you are up to.
Best to you, too
Fran
Books -- all nonfiction. There's one I wrote on my website, about my cat, Carlos. I've written a book on wild & edible plants in Alaska, and one called "Alaskan Attitudes," which is about building a house and living in a fairly remote place, with 3 cats and a dog for company. I wrote one other about the house-building adventure.
Now I am writing posts about cats. Will have to check out your website(s) and see what you are up to.
Best to you, too
Fran
Pernilla
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Hello again Fran,
Thank you for telling about your books. Fantastic, you have got such a maker-spirit.
I have chosen a healthy living niche. You find my website link when you visit my profile page. I'd love to help people living a healthy and happy life. I believe, when you have a purpose in life, you'll automatically be healthier and for sure happier. You are a proof of that, I think.
:-)
Thank you for telling about your books. Fantastic, you have got such a maker-spirit.
I have chosen a healthy living niche. You find my website link when you visit my profile page. I'd love to help people living a healthy and happy life. I believe, when you have a purpose in life, you'll automatically be healthier and for sure happier. You are a proof of that, I think.
:-)
Robert-A
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Hello Fran, And Welcome To Wealthy Affiliate.
Since you joined you will perhaps have come to the conclusion that internet marketing can be a steep learning curve.
You must keep referring to the training.
If you get really stuck on anything then can I suggest you browse some of the 430+ blogs I have published within WA.
Feel free to send me PM anytime you get stuck and I will endeavour to point you in the right direction.
You have decided to follow me and I will follow you as well.
Have a great day.
Robert
Since you joined you will perhaps have come to the conclusion that internet marketing can be a steep learning curve.
You must keep referring to the training.
If you get really stuck on anything then can I suggest you browse some of the 430+ blogs I have published within WA.
Feel free to send me PM anytime you get stuck and I will endeavour to point you in the right direction.
You have decided to follow me and I will follow you as well.
Have a great day.
Robert
Robert-A
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No probs Fran and if/when you read my blogs make sure you choose the ones that will help you in conjunction with whatever training you are currently taking.
I actually have a 10 video course of videos I can send to you but would need an email address.
if you want the videos then give me an email address with Private Message.
Enjoy your day.
Robert
I actually have a 10 video course of videos I can send to you but would need an email address.
if you want the videos then give me an email address with Private Message.
Enjoy your day.
Robert
EstherP1
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Interesting life. I've been just across the borders of both Mexico and Canada, but no further into the interiors. My grandson lived in Denali for a couple years. He is an adventurer at heart. He married several years ago and now he and his wife go somewhere each anniversary. I've also been a musician since I was 9 years old. Took piano, play mediocore. Started voice at 14, loved it continued until just a couple years ago - - and like so many parts of the body it "ain't the same as it used to wuz". At least at 83 I'm still able to learn. And, this is a tremendous place to do it. Bless you and much success here.
Sly67
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Welcome I really like your story! I am trying to learn guitar it really hurts my fingers. I am a singer and very musically inclined I play by ear and am able to figure songs out. I wish my life would have went a different direction when younger.hope to chat soon. I'm kinda lost some trying to build my site. Hopefully it gets easier soon.
FKelso
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Keep up the practice on the guitar. Yep, it will hurt your fingers until you get some calluses built up. Then it won't hurt any more. It is part of the dues you have to pay. I had the same problem when I was learning to play banjo. And, you know, your life can go many different directions. Here I am 80 and still changing directions...WA is a brand-new venture for me. You can do whatever you want...just believe in yourself and in the possibility. I get lost now and then, building my site, too, but I've found that if I do the lessons one step at a time and don't continue until all previous steps are completed, eventually I figure it out. Remember to ask questions. People here are so helpful. You can do it!
Johnpavich
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Wow fkelso you look darn good for 80"s I went Alaska years ago in our honeymoon by cruise ship very nice place will go again soon. Sorry to hear of the arthritis my mother had it and I have a bit I take 2 capsules of turmeric with every meal and it really helps with stiffness and pain as I use my hands a lot .welcome to wa all the best !!!
FKelso
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Was just rereading posts, and came across yours. Yep, I, too, take turmeric, but only two a day. I also use CBD oil which helps my pain a great deal, and I play electric bass, which seems to help with keeping my hands more limber. There's some good stuff out there these days to help us.
Johnpavich
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Wow base guitar also ! What is cbd oil , some kind of cod liver oil ?
Also don't eat any of the night shade plants tomatoes, potatoes, squash, whole wheat bread, etc it's the lectins that they have that put tiny holes in your stomach lining and cause all the problems, all the best !
Also don't eat any of the night shade plants tomatoes, potatoes, squash, whole wheat bread, etc it's the lectins that they have that put tiny holes in your stomach lining and cause all the problems, all the best !
FKelso
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Yep, got your "don't eat" list. CBD oil is the medical oil derived from cannabis. Look it up -- it is absolutely excellent for all kinds of things. Thanks for the reply. Will keep watching your progress.
Johnpavich
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FKelso
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Sent your reply to the wrong person...lol...no, you don't use the oil on salads. You take it like a tincture...about 1/3 of a stopper-full from an ounce bottle...take it under the tongue, once a day. Okay, now back to WA. I am going to watch the video on adding links one more time.
Loes
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Hello Fran,♫Welcome! I am so pleased you found WA. Nice to meet you ツ I wish you a lot of learning pleasure and fun at WA. Thank you for adding me to your network. Interesting, which subjects are you writing about?
From the start, I have written training on every issue I had problems with myself. And I share all my interesting findings on my blog space. I have listed them on a blog for you. When you type in “Blogs top rated by Loes” into the search bar on top, you'll find my goodies under Training. I hope to help you with those.
If you have any questions, please reply to this message or leave a comment on my profile.
Success building your business in 2018. See you around, Greetings Loes
From the start, I have written training on every issue I had problems with myself. And I share all my interesting findings on my blog space. I have listed them on a blog for you. When you type in “Blogs top rated by Loes” into the search bar on top, you'll find my goodies under Training. I hope to help you with those.
If you have any questions, please reply to this message or leave a comment on my profile.
Success building your business in 2018. See you around, Greetings Loes
FKelso
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Just rereading messages, Loes. Yours was very nice. I am going to check out some of your blogs. I really like your idea of writing training for every issue that gave you a problem. Guess I'd better start writing...have climbed through a number of roadblocks thus far.
By the way, I don't know if I ever told you about my chosen subject. If you have time check out my website at celebratingcats.com. Eventually I want to do an Alaskan wild and edible plant blog and one on Alaskana. Gotta eat the elephant one bite at a time, though.
Tomorrow is selling day for me, so have to put on another hat and go sell jewelry and gifts at our local Saturday Market.
Have a good one!
By the way, I don't know if I ever told you about my chosen subject. If you have time check out my website at celebratingcats.com. Eventually I want to do an Alaskan wild and edible plant blog and one on Alaskana. Gotta eat the elephant one bite at a time, though.
Tomorrow is selling day for me, so have to put on another hat and go sell jewelry and gifts at our local Saturday Market.
Have a good one!
Quislan
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Howdy Fran, if you're writing and publishing then you aren't retired...Just saying....I write as well and am interested in hearing what captures your heart and imagination. Also, what does your group do?
I also am published, but its been a long time and have been working as an international transportation specialist until a recent (Nov/18) accident.
Have you ever been to Hyder?
Howard
https://plus.google.com/HowardNelson
https://www.instagram.com/quislan
I also am published, but its been a long time and have been working as an international transportation specialist until a recent (Nov/18) accident.
Have you ever been to Hyder?
Howard
https://plus.google.com/HowardNelson
https://www.instagram.com/quislan
FKelso
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Hyder -- No, I haven't. Location? 'Way North?
Thanks for your comments. We will have to keep in touch. Also, thanks for sending the links. I have to sell, sell, sell today, but will check them out when things slow down.
Guess I am not retired, then, though writing feels more like recreation than work.
I guess the group you are referring to is the music group I was in when I came to Alaska. That is long gone -- another lifetime ago. I still play music, but just for fun.
You ask about what captures my heart and imagination in Alaska. That would require a long answer. I will be starting a second website about the Alaskan life once I get this first one under control.
Thanks for your comments. We will have to keep in touch. Also, thanks for sending the links. I have to sell, sell, sell today, but will check them out when things slow down.
Guess I am not retired, then, though writing feels more like recreation than work.
I guess the group you are referring to is the music group I was in when I came to Alaska. That is long gone -- another lifetime ago. I still play music, but just for fun.
You ask about what captures my heart and imagination in Alaska. That would require a long answer. I will be starting a second website about the Alaskan life once I get this first one under control.
FKelso
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I have some friends who lived on Prince of Wales Island and recently moved, so I know approximately where you mean.
Yes, we have an active little writer's group here. We only meet once a week, but the group has been a tremendous help to me.
Keep in touch...nice to make friends on here.
Yes, we have an active little writer's group here. We only meet once a week, but the group has been a tremendous help to me.
Keep in touch...nice to make friends on here.
soulsearcher
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Welcome to WA and congrats on going premium!
I'm pretty new here, I just joined this month actually. I must say I've already learned a lot of valuable information here at WA. I believe you will too, that is if you haven’t already.
The future is yours! Wishing you much success.
- Keziah
I'm pretty new here, I just joined this month actually. I must say I've already learned a lot of valuable information here at WA. I believe you will too, that is if you haven’t already.
The future is yours! Wishing you much success.
- Keziah
PMbaluka
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Hello there and welcome to WA premium community. Hope you are enjoying everything around here.
Am so glad to see you and would like to just encourage you to continue working hard, doing one thing at a time. Don't allow yourself get overwhelmed by all the goodies around here.
If you find anything complicated, just ask a question in the classroom, live chat or site support forums. Make use of any of these platforms to get assistance at anytime.
Blessings
Paul.
Am so glad to see you and would like to just encourage you to continue working hard, doing one thing at a time. Don't allow yourself get overwhelmed by all the goodies around here.
If you find anything complicated, just ask a question in the classroom, live chat or site support forums. Make use of any of these platforms to get assistance at anytime.
Blessings
Paul.
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