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About Gandalfe

Just an itinerant saxophonist trying to find life between the changes. I have retired from the Corps of Engineers and Microsoft. I am an admin on the Woodwind Forum, run the Pacifica Big Band (formerly the Microsoft Jumpin' Jive Orchestra) and participate in other ensembles. Mostly enjoy time with family and friends.

Living in the Pacific Northwest ~ Part One

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Gandalfe

I was thinking today about Suzy and my travels around the world. We saw a lot of nice places to live and decided that the Pacific Northwest US is where we wanted to live. Before our move I had never … Continue reading →

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Is it Summer in Seattle yet?

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Gandalfe

On my day off from work, I’m seriously daydreaming about catching some rays on a warm Summer morning. In Seattle, that dream is at least two if not more months away. So this picture from the Domai.com site caught my … Continue reading →

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Check out Sweet Suzy’s Axes

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Gandalfe

Thought I’d show my peeps sweet Suzy’s saxophones. She learned to play the instrument five years ago at my request. Now she is my on call sub for all the bands I’m in. Her primary instrument is clarinet but we … Continue reading →

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On the road again…

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Gandalfe

This stop is in Atlanta for the Microsoft Dynamics Convergence 2011. Last night I was running around like crazy, meeting many friends I normally only see online, preparing for some sessions tomorrow, and ending the day with a dinner at … Continue reading →

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SMIGLY: Kinda Black and Blue

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Gandalfe

Allen Mezquida, yes a Facebook friend, has penned this new video that will surely boost his SMIGLY video series into the lime light. Who’s SMIGLY? Here’s what Alan has to say. Have you ever wanted to fulfill a dream? Of … Continue reading →

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Quintessence Sax Quintet

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Gandalfe

Meet the Quintessence Saxophone Quintet; I so luv these guys. Who else can make classical music sound appealing to the current generation. I often turn to these guys instead of grabbing another cup o’ joe to keep me alert and … Continue reading →

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Loosen up People ~ Smile a Little

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Gandalfe

Just got an email from Mom that included these pictures amongst others. It just made my day.   In the first picture, I’m not sure what her options are at this point. And the second just makes me laugh. I … Continue reading →

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Honda Scooter Math in 2011

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Gandalfe

Peter, a friend at work and avid motorcyclist, has been talking about the fuel savings we’ll be getting this year. As the price of gas edges over the $4 a gallon mark and promises to push $5 this summer, riding … Continue reading →

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Bicycling: Are you a Fred?

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Gandalfe

The Two Spoke forum was talking (again) about being a Fred. So I thought I’d post this here to point to in future discussions.  Fred is a derisive term used by “serious” road cyclists to describe other cyclists who do … Continue reading →

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Please, don’t let your beloved Pets Run Free!

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Gandalfe

It saddens me how cavalier many of my city dwelling friends are with their pets. Some of these people are very intelligent except for the ignorance they display with their pets. The urge to let their pet, cat or dawg, … Continue reading →

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