Category Archives: the band

fires and smoke–it must be august

Posted on August 5, 2021 by is there any more pie?

Unfortunately the fires began about a month ago, after multiple lightning strikes. “Dry lightning” is absolutely terrifying. And rightly so. Neighbors to the west are on a “Ready, Set, Go” alert. Smoke hangs over the lake. We are sleeping with … Continue reading →

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leaving spokane

Posted on August 11, 2017 by is there any more pie?

It’s a long drive from Spokane to the lake, but on Tuesday I was armed with music and water, along with looking forward to a stop at the Bear Paw Quilt Shop in Coeur d’Alene.  They opened at 9:30, which meant I … Continue reading →

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i’m back

Posted on July 14, 2015 by is there any more pie?

Sorry for not posting.  As you can see, I’ve been very busy. I was with two of my peeps, celebrating the beginning of summer and the resumption of Lessons With Doug.  This is like “Tuesdays With Morrie” except with Doug … Continue reading →

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happy birthday, retired mountain lady!

Posted on October 1, 2014 by is there any more pie?

Keep rockin’, lady!  It looks good on you!  

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i want to be a cowboy’s sweetheart

Posted on September 9, 2014 by is there any more pie?

Sometimes you just have to yodel. Even if those people in the car on the road trip with you might not appreciate that particular enthusiastic musical urge. I yodeled along with some of my favorite singers through at least nine … Continue reading →

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an almost perfect evening

Posted on August 29, 2014 by is there any more pie?

Frozen peach margaritas and music.  A fantastic combination!!!

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mother’s day music

Posted on May 16, 2014 by is there any more pie?

Bruce Bishop and Beth Pedersen play every Sunday afternoon in downtown Hope. And even on Mother’s Day! I spent the afternoon listening to great music with Dancing Mandolin Player and her Boyfriend Bob. We ate banana bread and enjoyed the … Continue reading →

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i wish…

Posted on April 3, 2014 by is there any more pie?

I love this.  I found it on Pinterest this morning and it certainly applies to writing.  Looking back after writing many, many books, I know this is true. But I wasn’t looking for writing inspiration on Pinterest this morning.  I … Continue reading →

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friday night: taylor hicks wants what????!!!

Posted on August 14, 2013 by is there any more pie?

I’ll tell you about Taylor Hicks in a minute. First of all, let me set the stage: Friday night at Trinity.  On the lake.  In Sandpoint.  Here’s the view from the outdoor deck. We are gathered to listen to Retired … Continue reading →

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going-to-town tuesday

Posted on August 13, 2013 by is there any more pie?

It’s Tuesday.  It’s Music Lessons With Doug Day. Just thought you’d like to know that. Dancing Mandolin Player is taking me to a store in town that sells Crocs, those odd plastic shoes that make me think of Holland.  My … Continue reading →

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