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Twisted Tryst Bracelet

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. The Tale of the "Twisted Tryst" Bracelet. It was probably due to his disinterest in and disregard for court existence that he suddenly and disconcertingly discovered that he was betrothed to young Mai, a girl of highest background and with whom he had played as a child. Though there had no doubt been a good deal of planning, he had failed to notice what was taking place and thus found himself headed, apparently inextricably, toward matrimony. The trys...

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Travel Tales: A visit from Ernest

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. Travel Tales: A Visit from Ernest. I'm Heather. I'm seven, I have a mommy, a daddy, a big sister, and lots of uncles. The uncle who's really related to me lives far away in Thailand so I don't see him very often but I have lots of special uncles who are actually my daddy's friends from long ago at college. Uncle Bob rescuing Lightning from the tree. There's Uncle Doug who's an accountant. I think that means that he is supposed to be boring. He...This ...

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Agriculture

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. A farmer drake inspected foids he grew out in his field. He judged with thoughts of markets the anticipated yield. When questioned though, that drake some quite disturbing things revealed. It spoils the soil and harms nutrition when we try to force. A crop for shelf-life, freight, and looks. I really don't endorse. These foids that taste like dryer lint." A sigh showed his remorse.

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Politics

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. I asked an emu home from war who sat down for a drink. What was the purpose of these wars? He answered with a wink. And said "That's really not my field. They taught us not to think.". Our statesmen were the experts here - the only ones who knew. Which statement was the truth today and what to say to you. I daren't share what I know well - that none is really true.". They know which rumors to confirm and which to lie about.

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The Story of Thai Silk

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. The Story of Thai Silk. The weather is often sweltering, and thus the weavers take breaks when they wish and work at their own pace. In turn this adds a personal touch to each piece of fabric made. Often one will see mothers weaving, their children about them, the local dogs and cats sleeping in the shade on the cool floors. Silk Scarves and Greek Islands. Bookmark this page to:.

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Impermanence

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. A pastry-chef raccoon baked art more fine than I can say. I asked "Why waste such genius. On a work that lasts one day? He said "There's nothing man can make that will not fade away.". Though nothing ends without a trace within our galaxy,. All things pass on . How soon is just a matter of degree.".

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Travel Tales: The Roundabout Way

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. Travel Tales: The Roundabout Way. Travels in Australia: The wonders of roundabouts, the truly intelligent intersection. Let's keep it simple and pretend they're the same thing.). Like Great Britain, Australians drive on the left while sitting on the right and doing almost everything backwards. I say "almost" because vehicular console controls are reversed, gear shift on the left and blinker on the right etc., while the pedals (fortunately! In areas of...

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Travel Tales: Oak Glen -- Long Ago but not so Far Away

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. Travel Tales: Oak Glen - Long Ago but not so Far Away. In the foothills of the San Bernardino mountains lies Oak Glen. A farming community with a history. Best known for its apple orchards and autumn apple festival, that festival season has expanded over the years to include berry picking in summer, the apple blossom festival in April, and a Christmas light display, making it almost a year round event. Growing up with the Little House books. And being...

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Consumerism

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Oak Glen, California. Solvang, Fairytale Destination. I saw a camel in a hat regarding passersby. Drookles, squeeds and padnocks stood behind him piled high. I asked him what he does all day and this was his reply:. The customers try hard to keep from going overboard. And my job's to inspire them so caution gets ignored,. Then sell them things that they don't need and really can't afford.". I thanked him but went on my way. That thought just left me cold.