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.

Thankfully, have my teacher retirement.
My needs are met, and my wants?? Mostly, spiritual growth, and keeping productive, and helping others are simpler needs.
Money earned to travel, would be nice, too!
Let's do this, Fran!
Barb

We can do 'er. Just gotta keep moving forward.

One step at a time!

Thanks, Chas...and all of you are an inspiration to me. I am so glad for this community.

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.

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.

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.

Thank you, Deelilah...nice to meet you. Yes, Alaska is amazing. I do love Alaska.

I hope your journey forward is enjoyable and profitable. Good luck.

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.

Thanks, Phil. Now I know where to find the link when I need it.

Thanks, Ken. It's a great journey. See you down the road somewhere.

Well, it is not Florida weather here, but could be comparable to Ohio at times. It's been really sunny this week, but right now it is 45 degrees. Not too bad.

Good luck to you in WA and on your journey.

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

Yep I take my vitamin D regularly, and I too have arthritis, so know what you are saying.

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'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!! :)

The variety of trees in California blew me away. I would love to go back sometime and just travel around taking pictures of trees. So many of them are so beautiful -- they would make a nice book.

Thank you very much for your nice comment. Yes, I am good at hollering when I need help. Same to you. Glad you are now a part of WA...I love this place. It's become an addiction.

Thanks, Bruce! Yes, it's been quite an adventure, and I am not dead yet. Good luck to you in WA!

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.

Thanks for the reply. Classic..now that I accept. Hope your cold symptoms get gone quickly. Where do you find CBD?

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.

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

Yes, I have used colloidal silver. I don't have any right now, but it is indeed good stuff.

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.

I think you’re right. His army time was not good for him. He didn’t like it...I was different because I really enjoyed my time in the service...of course I was in the Air Force so it was better.

Yes, I would probably like it in the summer too...😜

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.

That is very cool. I am not sure that I could stand to live in such extreme temperatures.
Tiffany

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.

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.

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.

Yes, you are right...www is brought to us on a silver platter by WA!

Check it out -- Alaska is a great place. I'll be looking for you in WA.

My father is 88 y/o and he visited Alaska this year. He told me it was incredibly beautiful. Now I know I have to go ;-)

The tours up bay to look at the glaciers are fabulous! Not only is the scenery magnificent, but you see lots of wildlife. You must come visit sometime.

Good luck to you in WA

Cheers Fran, thanks
Jae

That's very true, Mitch. People here have been more than friendly. I love the atmosphere.

Thanks much, neighbor! We were fortunate here in Gustavus. The earthquake didn't touch us. I didn't even know there was one until someone told me.

It's always good to meet another member of this wonderful community.

Fran

Am glad to hear you are safe

And great to meet you also

your neighbor......LOL

Thank you for the nice comment, Kisha. I wish you the best as well. We have such an exciting journey ahead.

You're welcome and yes we do have an exciting journey...

Thanks, Paul. Looking forward to the rest of the journey.

Cheers.

Thanks, Sue. I have high hopes for my website. We will see.

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

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! :)

So glad you got it figured out. Boy, do I understand! However, the important thing is that you stuck with it until you got it worked out. It feels so good afterward, doesn't it? Hang in there...

Yes, it does feel good, like a heavy weight was lifted from my shoulders!

Happy Thanksgiving Fran!!

Cheers! :)

Same to you.

Grins

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

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.

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.

Wow! Not only in my age group but in my neighborhood as well! I live in Gustavus. Do you ever come over here? Lots of Juneau folks have summer homes here. We must definitely keep in touch.

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.

Cool! Yep, I know about the hip thing. Have had two knees and a hip replaced. (Do you go to Schwarting? Excellent surgeon!) I use a cane only in rough terrain. The walking, fortunately, works just fine.

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.

Yep, he's the best. Well, do keep me posted on your progress. I hope you enjoy the training, and when you hit a brick wall, as I do now and then, ask a question. Someone will answer. Looking forward to watching you progress...

Thanks for your nice message. I wish you success as well. We can do this!

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

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.
:-)

Thanks, Robert --Yep, I do my share of asking questions. My current one is about Twitter and Pinterest. Not sure how to deal with them. So glad katkatskitchen is doing a training on pinterest next week. Moving forward.

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

Hey, hey, glad to meet another "old fart" who is brave enough to try this WA business. Yep, if nothing else, this place should keep our minds alert and engaged. Good luck to you. Will be watching for you across the "campus."

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!

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.

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 !

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.

Ok well u know canada is legalizing pot Oct. 17 th so everyone's going to be gone in canada ha ha will check out the oil I assume u eat it or put it on salads ?

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.

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!

Enjoy your day:) I am on gsm right now, your website is doing great on mobile

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.

Hyder, Alaska is located east of Prince of Wales Island near the US/Canada border. I went there in my early 20's for their moonshine type drink....got Hyderized...haha

Also, you said you were involved with a writers group...

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.

Thanks, Paul! It really seems to be a great community. I am glad to be here.

Thanks, Yvette. Folks are certainly helpful.

Thanks much! I am sure I will enjoy being here with all of you.

Thanks for the welcome, Victor. Looking forward to the days ahead.

Thank; you very much. I certainly am doing my share of learning! That's a good thing. Enjoying the site.