Jon Hubbell and Diane Malone shared stories of how they found ways to help people in need. Jon told of repelling down the front of a building in Lach. The goal was to raise $1000 for Thurston County Networks and Ron said proudly that the goal was exceeded. Diane added Sponsored Food Help for Thurston County was receiving help from and for Thurston County families in … [Read more...] about How Small Communities Help Each Other
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Sandra Solon: The Crafty Canadian
Sandra shares her bio with us: Sandra Solon, also known as "The Crafty Canadian," is a multifaceted and versatile artist hailing from Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Her artistic repertoire spans a diverse range of disciplines, showcasing her mastery in various media. Sandra's talents include painting, drawing, and intricate needle crafts such as tatting, crochet, knitting, and … [Read more...] about Sandra Solon: The Crafty Canadian
September 2025 – Painting a Portrait of Your Next Move
The September issue of Coffee Chat & Change the World is live! In this month's episode we chat with Yao Tsao about being a portrait artist. Dorothy shares news about a project he and she are working on. We also talk about how to start a business, changing everything by putting things on your calendar and much more. Regina Carey and Dorothy will talk about making your … [Read more...] about September 2025 – Painting a Portrait of Your Next Move
Generation Gap – Dorothy Wilhelm, Ray Miller Still, Jason Falls
Generation Gap has been on the air nearly ten years, hosted by Dorothy Wilhelm. and Ray Miller Still, Editor in Chief of The Enumclaw Courier Herald. Ray says there are only 2 Courier Herald Newspapers in the World. One is in the United States and One in Ireland. So it's been our custom to decide on the question we'll discuss for each show. Dorothy, born in 1934, is a member of … [Read more...] about Generation Gap – Dorothy Wilhelm, Ray Miller Still, Jason Falls
Summer is here. Remember to celebrate, relax and try something new
The bedraggled image of Uncle Sam still hangs on my front door, surrounded with red white and blue bunting, and a forlorn miniature flag ripples on the back landing. I 've been too busy to take them down. Oh, who are we kidding ? I just can't stand for holidays to be over. Even when they're not perfect. We did have a nice Fourth here in Never Never Land with bands and … [Read more...] about Summer is here. Remember to celebrate, relax and try something new
The Business Book Strategist on Writing Your Own Book
Cathy Fyock, CSP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is The Business Book Strategist and works with professionals and thought leaders who want to write a nonfiction book about their expertise as a business development strategy. She is the author of 12 books, including—On Your Mark: From First Word to First Draft in Six Weeks, Blog2Book: Repurposing Content to Discover the Book You’ve Already … [Read more...] about The Business Book Strategist on Writing Your Own Book
Sandra Solon, The Crafty Canadian
In these perilous times when the United States and Canada are taking turns to nip at each others heels, it's a special pleasure to welcome our special friend, Sandra Solon, the Crafty Canadian. Sandra always brings us treasures we'd never think of by ourselves. This month, it 's apple leather for a snack, to nibble on, and the same piece of apple can also be a decoration or a … [Read more...] about Sandra Solon, The Crafty Canadian
Art and the Cowboy – Part 3
In This third part of the series, Art and the Cowboy, Joella Oldfield brings the story home. IN the first installment, Joella, Fred Oldfield's daughter and Ambassador for the Fred Oldfield Cultural Center, gave Fred Oldfield's credentials for calling himself a cowboy artist, as he was a working cowboy for at least 40 years and distinguished himself among so called cowboy … [Read more...] about Art and the Cowboy – Part 3
Generation Gap: Navigating Summer Activity Schedules for Children
Continuing into our 10th year with Generation Gap, we've added Jason Falls to the game. This month Dorothy's baby daughter turns 50. Oh, no! So Dorothy, Ray and Jason, talk about hard learned tips for navigating parenthood. OH, come on. We must know something. Dorothy observes that one thing that was the most successful tool for her children’s good behavior was sending them … [Read more...] about Generation Gap: Navigating Summer Activity Schedules for Children
But You Don’t Look Like A Spy
Do you mean big companies really hire spies to prevent fraud and criminal activities? Yes, but more Betty Crocker and less James Bond. Our guest today, Jean Hughey was adjusting to a cross country move and so she looked for a part time job. She didn't expect to wind up as a spy for a one of the US' biggest companies. She turned out to be pretty good at it. Dorothy … [Read more...] about But You Don’t Look Like A Spy