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cabinfest 2022
Cougar Creek Band knows how to put on a party. Joe, one of our younger members, had the brilliant idea to reunite the band up at Banjo Man’s newly-finished (after more than three years of renovations, repairs and finish work) … Continue reading
fires and smoke–it must be august
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
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
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
happy birthday, retired mountain lady!
Keep rockin’, lady! It looks good on you!
i want to be a cowboy’s sweetheart
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
Frozen peach margaritas and music. A fantastic combination!!!
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Tagged Cougar Creek Band, Farmers Market, Hope Memorial Center
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mother’s day music
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…
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????!!!
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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