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"Meet the Author"

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:17:00 GMT

My next "Meet the Author" event is just around the corner. If you're in the area please come.

16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood

$17.95 + shipping and handling. Orders outside the U.S. are calculated on a per order basis depending on quantity of books and country shipped to. Customer will receive an e-mail with the shipping cost.

Fisherman Wins with a Big Smile!

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 19:12:00 GMT

Dutifully fishing on Deer Lake sure did pay off for Jake Cagle on June 13, at 10:30 am. Just off the south dock in the Wanakiwin Association, a 7 pound 25” Rainbow wasted no time racing for the power bait craftily molded on the end of Jake’s fishing line that barely hit the water after casting out about 20 feet. Mom, Barbara Cagle, was there to witness all the excitement and hustled for the net. The two could see the fish was a big one as it kept to the surface before it took a strong u-turn to the bottom. Jake reeled it in slowly and steadily giving the fish some line so as not to break the pole as the tip nearly bent into the water. Pure luck the feisty fish didn’t jump up and spit out the small hook. The exhilarating fight was on between fish and fisherman while Mom prayed that the fish would surface without jumping so she could successfully net it. The two couldn’t believe their eyes when the fish took a nose dive into the net and saw its tail flapping above the rim. Jake hugged his catch all the way to the beach as seen in the photo. “I don’t want to let go of him,” he said. He didn’t care how fishy his sweatshirt got. Mom was there behind Jake holding on to his fishing pole with the hook and line still in the fish’s mouth. Jake wasn’t about to lose this one. His dad was watching from the deck and saw that it was a good size when Mom radioed him to come down to help unhook the fish and take pictures. Jake wanted everyone to see it and join in on his excitement. He weighed the fish with two different scales several times to be sure of the weight. You may think this is funny but there have been so many stories about the “Big One” that got away. Not this time, good for you Jake! Now he’s got a real story to tell and with proof to boot!

There are many larger fish in Deer Lake but these big rainbows are hard to come by. A fish biologist, Bill Baker, from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife said, “This was most likely either a carry-over net pen fish or a carry-over Jumbo. It’s a perfect fish and should make for some good eating.”

At first we thought it was a Silver because the fish meat was so red and the body mostly silver, but the spotted tail was the tell-tale of this rainbow trout.

Acknowledgements are given to Ken Ring associated with the “Northeast Washington Sportsman Group” and to Jim Santora for their efforts in raising net pen rainbows in Deer Lake. Thank you for making Jake’s catch a real story.

Written by: Barbara Olivo Cagle

Author of 16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood

“It gave me such great pleasure to share this moment with my son, as it did him and his dad.”

PS: Another amazing thing happened an hour before the big catch. We watched a bald eagle swoop down to where we were fishing and nearly clip another fisherman’s shoulder while it went for a dying fish 10 feet in front of us. Wish we had a photo for that one.

Kootenay County Stomp

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sun, 23 May 2010 16:53:00 GMT

Now this was fun riding along with a group of Rivercity Cloggers to stomp the grounds with Canadian cloggers at the" Kootenay County Stomp Workshop" held in Cranbrook. We kicked and stomped for three fun filled days and felt no pain. It was all good.

"Meet the Author"

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sat, 22 May 2010 16:58:00 GMT

"Meet the Author" May 22, 2010 at Hastings 1704 W. Wellesley in Spokane, Wa. Time: 1-4pm. Wish me success!

Thank you all for wishing me success and supporting me. It turned out great and I was happy wth the book sales.

Llilac Bloomsday 2010

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sat, 22 May 2010 16:19:00 GMT

What an exhilarating and fun day spent with my daughter Jocilyn, Jon, and Elaine at Bloomsday 2010 in downtown Spokane, Washington. Yes, we finished the race! Well, at a slow pace--but we did finish amongst the 50,000 + runners, joggers and walkers.  We admired the Spokane River and then walked our way to the Flour Mill to fill our tummies at Ho Ho Chicken Teriyaki. Ummm, their food was yummy!

Review by D. Andrew McChesney

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Wed, 05 May 2010 21:17:00 GMT

     "Dedication and devotion are keys, both to the story told and the production of this book. Growing up without the warmth of family love, Rose Nunez Olivo marries and showers her sixteen children with devotion. She dedicates herself to providing each of them with the love, guidance, and caring she never had. Recognizing the transformation in her mother’s life, daughter Barbara (child number thirteen) tells Rose’s amazing story to the world.
     "What emerges as a result of Barbara’s dedication is a massively complete work. It begins with the arrival of Rose’s immigrant father, Joseph Nunez in the historic mining town of Campo Seco where he meets, falls in love with, and marries Adelaide “Lydia” Madriago. When she tragically dies of tuberculosis at twenty-one, the couple already has three children. Jacqueline Rose is the second born. She has an older brother, Rodger, and a younger sister, Marie.
     "As a single parent, Joseph “Pa Pa” struggles to keep his young family united while providing for them. Disagreements with one of his late wife’s family, and a desperate need to see his children cared for, force him to contact Children’s Aid and place them in foster care. Rose and Rodger go to live with Teresa Espinosa, an older lady with a perhaps shady past, whom they know as “Ma.” The children are properly, if not generously provided for, and contribute to the household income from an early age, delivering Ma’s homemade enchiladas and tamales around their San Jose neighborhood.
     "After graduating from high school, Rose marries Nello John Olivo, Sr. She blossoms, enveloping their ever-increasing brood with all the love and care she had been denied in her childhood.
     "The laminated hard cover volume is well illustrated with family photos, genealogical charts, and excerpts of Rose’s philosophies. “16 X MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood” is an inspirational celebration of maternal love and well worth reading. As a gift, it is the ideal way for all to say, 'Thanks, Mom!'”

Meet the Author at Hastings

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 07:37:00 GMT

"Meet the Author" April 17, 2010 at Hastings northside in Spokane, Wa.

Yeah, another success! Book sales are strong. I sold out-plus and restocked. What a good feeling to know that so many people give such high regard to their moms and family. I was especially touched when a young couple told me their story of the wife's step-mom who couldn't go back to Mexico to see her children and family. This young couple thought 16 x Mom would cheer the step-mom up. I pray that it does just that and more.

Let's keep the strong family ties going.

Indian Ridge Country Club "Meet the Author"

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 06:18:00 GMT

I am flying high with family and my love for each one of them.

These photos were taken April 1, 2010 at the "Meet the Author" event given at the Indian Ridge Country Club, Palm Desert, Ca. Mom is 92 years young. I cried when I found out that 13 siblings and Mom would be there. I truly believed that it would be nearly impossible to get this many of my siblings and Mom together at the same event. God blessed us with one of the most magical and special moments of our lives. Think about it, how many moms at 92 have the opportunity to see 15 of their grown, successful children as senior citizens? How many children have their mom as long as we have had? Mom is still as sharp as a wit and smarter than any of us.

So was this event successful? You bet-cha! To hear a couple of guests say it was one of the best two hours they spent in a long time was rewarding in itself. Book sales were good.

Special thanks to my sister, Crissy, her friend, Bob, and the Indian Ridge Country Club for the wonderful accommodations and opportunity to create this beautiful family gathering.

Meet the Author!

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:01:14 GMT

I received a wonderful invitation to speak at a private club in Palm Desert the other day. Of course I accepted. So wish me well in my presentation. It will be the second time that most of my family members will be present including Mom, the main character. It's "Herstory" so this audience will have the pleasure of meeting her and my siblings. My oldest brother, Nello "Sonny," who wrote the song "16 Children" will be singing. The "Q's" and "A's" after the presentation ought to keep everyone rolling in laughter. April 1st is the date. (This is not a joke-he he he.) I'll let you all know how it goes.

Mystery Dinner Theatre Show

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 23:51:00 GMT

Wow, the Mystery Dinner Show went great! We all had so much fun. My husband, Don, and my son, Jake, were there for my debut. The show was a sell out. It was nice to see a few familiar faces. My friends from the lake, Donna and Jerry were there to cheer me on. It's a good thing I remembered all my lines or I probably wouldn't have heard the end of that.

Mystery Dinner Theatre

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

My performance of the year! He he he! You might get a kick out of watching the short practice clip. Hopefully, I will be able to post the real thing later.

"The Red Feather Ladies Aboard the S.S. Titantica" is coming on March 5, 2010 to the Spokane Southside Senior Center.

A very important guest is missing aboard the ship "S.S. Titanica." I play Charlene. Charlene takes her newly appointed position as Cruise Activity Director very seriously. She has so many games on her mind, that they keep popping up in her conversations. She will arrive early to the dinner, converse with the guests and try to convince them that she has no idea what happened to the special guest, but has suspicions on who does.

The Mystery Dinner theater is produced by the Southside Senior Center actors and directed by Judy Brown.

Here's a practice clip---

March 5, 2010
5pm Social Hour / 5:45 Dinner and Show
Tickets $15 per person
Southside Senior Center
3151 East 27th Avenue
Spokane, WA 99223-4919
Call 509.535.0803 for tickets

Menu: Chicken Penne Alfredo, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread and Ice Cream Sundaes

Book Signing

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 05:43:00 GMT

Yeah, my book signing today at the Southside Hastings was fantastic! I sold out and had to restock. Sales were hot today.

One World One Heart 2010 Magic Carpet Ride - It's Global!

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:52:00 GMT

The OWOH Give-Away has now ended. Here are the winners-drum roll...

Barbara Hopkins is the winner of my book. I wanted more lucky winners so I decided to part with 6 of my four-leaf clovers. The following are winners of my four-leaf clovers:

Zhulia Abrok
Fhina
Toni
Claire
littlepurpleroom
Teresa aka Tess

I want to thank all of you who visited my blog and left me such wonderful comments. OWOH is truly a wonderful experience and a wonderful place to meet such talented crafty people from all over the world. God bless you all.

Presentations/Book Signings/Where to purchase "16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood"

Yeah, here we are again! I love doing this Magic Carpet Ride with the One World One Heart Bloggers.

Kudos to Lisa Swifka the creator and host of One World ONE Heart fourth annual global blog event. I am honored to be a second-time participant and member of the blogger world.

The One World One Heart giveaway is GOING ON NOW UNTIL February. 15TH . It is a wonderful way to interact and discover new and beautiful people from around the world who may never ordinarily meet, and in the process possibly win a prize or many prizes along the way."

As you will notice on my blog sidebar Neocounter I like collecting flags from around the world and meeting new Bloggers. I have a goal to collect all of them. Passing my blog around will help me to reach my goal. Thanks!

My give-away will be a copy of my book, 16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood, a value of $17.95 + $6.00 shipping and handling.

Hi Bloggers, check this out. Here's a great book for all the mommies and daddies about parenting. It's a true story of a woman who raised her 16 children in the heart of San Jose, California and chronicling over 100 years of California history. Imagine being pregnant 4,500 + days, no twins and all full term. For the men imagine being married to a woman pregnant 4,500 + days! This mommy changed diapers for over 23 years the hard way. I, the author, am child number 13. How lucky is that?

Mom's philosophies and love for her children displays her courageous life creating laughter, tears and herstory. I like saying "Herstory" instead of "History" get it?

16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood is a laminated hardback loaded with photographs, which makes for a wonderful coffee table book and guide to writing your own family history-genealogy.

Surprise, Surprise! Since St. Patrick's Day is coming up, I decided to give away another little something for a second and maybe third prize. Depends on how many comments I get. How about a real Four-Leaf Clover-one that I dried and laminated? I do have several of all different colors, shapes and sizes. The genealogy comes all the way from France. They are God's beautiful creations. I'm not sure how St. Patrick got the credit for it. I've been offered $20 just for one. This is a true story that goes with the clovers that I'll share with the winners. Don't miss out on a chance on something this special.



All you have to do to win is comment on THIS post and then click submit. You do not have to subscribe. Please be sure you leave an email address so I can contact you if you win. This give-away ends at 8pm on February 15th and I will post the winner the same day by midnight.

Click to visit my blog HTTP://blog.barbaracagle.com/ or for more on "16 x MOM."

Click below to view my video "My niece, Bea, and I duking it out." This gives you an idea of how silly I can be.

HTTP://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/07/07/my-niece-bea-and-i-duking-it-out.aspx

Click below to view  me playing Charlene of the "Red Feathered Ladies Aboard the USS Titanica." It's a practice clip.

http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/10/03/mystery-dinner-theatre.aspx

Click below to view while I practice clogging to "AT the Hop" from my friends back deck with dogs barking and chainsaws running.

http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2010/01/25/clogging-practice-at-the-hop.aspx

Below is most recent photo of Mom and Bobbie. Mom will be 92 March 1. Pretty awesome, huh?

Clogging Practice "At the Hop"

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:51:00 GMT

After two months recovery from an abdominal surgery I finally put back on my dancing shoes. This is me practicing on my friends back deck with dogs barking and chainsaws running. He He - have some fun watching. At least it wasn't snowing.

Presentations/Book Signings/Where to purchase "16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood"

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:20:00 GMT

16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood is available for purchase at the following locations:

www.barbaracagle.com   $17.95 + $6.00 shipping and handling
Auntie's Bookstore, Spokane, Wa
Hastings Entertainment, Spokane, Wa - South and Northside Locations
Sacred Heart Hospital Gift Store, Spokane, Wa
San Jose History Park Pacific Hotel in San Jose, Ca
Calaveras County Historical Society Book Store in San Andreas, Ca
Campo Seco Post Office (New Book Section) in Campo Seco, Ca
Sequoia Restaurant, Placerville, Ca

Also available for check out at:

Santa Clara County Library in Santa Clara, Ca
Library of the Lakes in Loon Lake, Wa
Recently cataloged at the El Dorado County Library in Placerville, Ca





Book Signing Southside Hastings
February 6, 1pm-4pm, 2512 E. 29th, Spokane, Wa 99223

Hi Mommies, check this out. Here's a great book for all the mommies about motherhood. It's a true story of a woman who raised her 16 children in the heart of San Jose and chronicling over 100 years of California history. Imagine being pregnant 4,500 + days, no twins and all full term. This mommy changed diapers for over 23 years the hard way. I, the author, am child number 13. How lucky is that?

16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood is $17.95; a laminated hardback which makes for a wonderful coffee-table book. Loaded with photos. For more particulars call Hastings 509.535.4342 or Cagle 509.233.8051

barbara@barbaracagle.com

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http://blog.barbaracagle.com/

Book Signing Northside Hastings

"16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood." Mom had 16 children. Imagine changing diapers for 23 years--no disposables! How did she do it? Local author, Barbara Olivo Cagle, pens true story of her mother. Cagle, child number 13 of the 10 girls and six boys, wants the whole world to know her mom's story and resiliency to life's surprises. Just in time for a special Mother's Day gift! Signing held Saturday, May 9, 3pm- 6pm, Hastings 1704 W. Wellesley. "16 x MOM." For more information call Hastings 509.327.6008 or Cagle 509.233.8051 barbara@barbaracagle.com

Book Reading/Signing Auntie's Bookstore.

"16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood" a book by Loon Lake author, Barbara Olivo Cagle. Imagine being pregnant 4,500 + days! Family, love, and legacy prevail in this true story of Cagle's mother, Jacqueline Rose Olivo, who gave birth to 16 children in the span of 20 years; no twins, all full term. Cagle, child number 13 of the 10 girls and six boys, wants the whole world to know her mom's story and resiliency to life's surprises. A Mother's Day gift and good read. There will be a book "Give-Away Drawing" for those who attend. Held Friday, March 27, 7:30pm - 9pm, Auntie's Bookstore, 402 W. Main Avenue. For more information call Auntie's center 509.838.0206 or Barbara 509.233.8051 barbara@barbaracagle.com, www.barbaracagle.com,

Photos of Spokane Authors' Area-Wide Book Signing Event

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:42:00 GMT

   Barbara at the Hastings book signing and with Sherry Karuza Waldrip author of "I
Don't Remember Signing Up For Cancer."  http://www.sherrywaldrip.com/publications.asp

Another Book Signing

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:31:00 GMT

Spokane Authors' Area-Wide Book Signing Event!

A number of Authors from the Spokane area will be signing their published and self-published books at Hastings, 1704 W. Wellesley. The event will run from 2pm-5pm on Saturday the 29th of August. For more information call Hastings 509.327.6008 or Cagle 509.233.8051, 509.951.7300 barbara@barbaracagle.com

Follow Cagle's blog http://blog.barbaracagle.com to learn more about her book "16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood." This true story demands love and respect while depicting one woman's plight through changing diapers for 23 years. Being pregnant 4,500 + days was no piece of cake!

Life is what happens
For it could have occured no other way
But, how it happened!
Because from the very beginning
That is exactly how it was ordained
To happen and who ordained it.
by Jacqueline Rose Olivo

Display at San Jose History Park Pacific Hotel in San Jose, Ca

Barbara, Aunt Helene, Uncle Rodger, Mom, and Aunt Marie. First fun outing after a year of hospitalization for Aunt Marie. She's doing great!

My Niece Bea and I Duking It Out!

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:02:00 GMT

Just having fun!

Dancing the "Shim Sham" at KHQ6 News

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:16:00 GMT

Wow! What a thrill this was to perform the "Shim Sham" at KHQ6 News in Spokane, Washington. As you can see, we were all smiles even though it was bright and early the morning of April 24, 2009. That's me on the right in the lavender vest. It's an honor to be a member of the "Tap Grandmas" of Spokane.

Click here to leave a comment for my Mother's Day Give-Away! http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/02/17/mothers-day-giveaway.aspx#AddComment

The video below is the first time putting my dancing shoes back on after two months recovery from an abdominal surgery. A great practice on the deck with dogs barking and chainsaws running.

The Divas of Day Time Soap and a Huge Fan--Me!

barbara@barbaracagle.com (Barbara Olivo Cagle) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 18:15:00 GMT

Kassie DePavia "Blair Cramer" and Kathy Brier "Marci Walsh" on "One Life to Live", Me "Bobbie Olivo Cagle," and Bobbie Diane Eakes "Krystal Carey" on "All My Children." April 4th, at the Northern Quest Casino in Spokane, Washington.

I truly enjoyed watching these Divas from my favorite daytime soaps. The girls are so amazing both on and off stage. Their voices are beautiful and radiated excitement and fun throughout the Northern Quest Casino entertainment room. Walt Willy "Jackson Montgomery" from "All My Children" was there too with his comedy act. I couldn't wait to visit with each of them after the show and they were generous with their time. What made me really happy, as I left, I glanced back and noticed each of them walking off with my book tucked carefully in their arms and signed by me.

I also received a hug from Trevor St. John's dad who was sitting at the table next to me. Trevor "Todd Manning" on "One Life to Live" is from Spokane.

I've always wanted to see my favorite soap stars. I'm glad Spokane is finally getting a piece of the action. Fun and memorable--I highly recommend their show. Good luck Divas! Some dates coming up...hopefully in
a town near you.

April 19th Prohibition in NYC
June 12 and 13th - Nashville - CMA Music Fest
October 10th - Staten Island - St. George Theatre
December 5th Philly Christmas Show
April 9TH, 2010 - Rock the Soaps ll

Click here for my Affirmations and Goal.
http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/03/23/affirmation--goal.aspx

Click here for my Mother's Day Give-Away comment form.
http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/02/17/mothers-day-giveaway.aspx#AddComment

Click here for more Gemstone Moments with my book.
http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/04/09/gemstones.aspx

Click here for Presentations/Book Signings/Where to purchase "16 x MOM" http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/02/11/book-readingsigning.aspx

Click here for video on Here's to hoping to be on Oprah some day! http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/01/25/video.aspx

Click here for more about the Tap Grandmas, Performances and Video.
http://blog.barbaracagle.com/2009/03/23/upcoming-tap-grandma-performances.aspx

Happy Easter Everyone! May God give you many blessings.