
I am Dale Parsons, and this is my lovely wife of nearly fifty years, Mary. We have a wonderful family we love dearly.

Maggie is our mini-goldendoodle. She is a loving and faithful companion.
A Coffee State of Mind includes posts on many topics. The following links hold examples from each of the menu collections:
Model railroading has been my hobby since I was fifteen years old. The posts include many photos of my HO scale Maple Valley Short Line Model Railroad, plus many how-to items for those interested in learning about the hobby.
Mental Health is obviously important.
The Blogging item is a catch-all for a menagerie of topics, none of which are about how to write a blog.
Scandal at Maple Valley started nearly two years ago when I found what was left of a small toy car in an old barn. I took the car home and put it on my train layout, and thought, “There’s a scandal in Maple Valley. Sylvia Meisner has disappeared and her burned car was found under Three Tower Bridge.” That was more than thirty episodes ago.
I hope you will choose to follow A Coffee State of Mind and invite your friends to join you.
Thanks so much!
Dale Parsons
Career
Licensed Professional Counselor
Master’s Degree in Educational and Professional Counseling from Central Michigan University.
Writing
Middle-grade novelist. Columnist. Blogger.
Teacher Education
Thirteen years in middle school public education.
Previous Career
Thirty-one years in church work.
Hi Dale I so enjoyed reading your testimony and learning more about you. We have a lot in common. God, family and hobbies. And our unique ability to express positive thoughts through our songs of artistry.
Though I have not tried the Coffee Element yet, the idea is tempting!
I am your friend from Instagram,
Mark LT, talladega_rails and
on Facebook, Mark L-Train
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Thank you, I appreciate your kind comments.
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Enjoyed!
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Hi, Dale! Nice to meet you and your family! And of course, your precious mini doodle! I love your website!
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Thanks!
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