Category Archives: Cooking

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Posted on Monday, March 17, 2025 by Paul

I should have worn my green fur today!! We were up and going pretty early today as we have the gym class at 9:00 am, and we have to ride the stationary bikes from Orange to San Diego before they … Continue reading →

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We Will Wet Ourselves Today, No Doubt!

Posted on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 by Paul

One look at the forecast reveals that we could go outside at 7:00 p.m. this evening if we did not want to get wet. But, as we all know, Mary has her watercolor class this afternoon at 1:00 p.m.  Water … Continue reading →

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The Week Is Off To A Fast Start!!

Posted on Monday, March 10, 2025 by Paul

Monday morning means we are off to the gym for some severe bone-crushing and muscle-twisting.  After the hour-long workout, we feel like we have danced all night. We went to the market and got some goodies we needed for this … Continue reading →

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Hello Friday, We Are Ready For You!

Posted on Friday, March 7, 2025 by Paul

We rolled out of bed at the crack of dawn—7:00 am, to be exact, which, let’s face it, is still technically nighttime for some of us. After a quick breakfast that consisted of strong coffee and questionable life choices, we … Continue reading →

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Saturday Has Dared Raise Its Head Again!

Posted on Saturday, February 8, 2025 by Paul

It was a neck and neck race, but I beat the roosters.  As I began to crow, the neighbors threw a shoe at me over the fence.  How lucky! Today’s shoe matches the one they threw last week; now I … Continue reading →

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Where Did The Week Go?

Posted on Friday, February 7, 2025 by Paul

At 7:30 am we peeked out the bedroom window and it was WET.  A very light rain had fallen since around 3:30 am when Scout was last seen inside the house. This morning, we had an appointment to get our … Continue reading →

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Thursday Has Arrived!

Posted on Thursday, January 30, 2025 by Paul

Speedy is a relative term!  It’s been since Tuesday a week ago that Mary has been down and out, but she is a trooper, never complaining unless it’s about a) the food service, b) me NOT wearing the French Maid’s … Continue reading →

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Mid Week And Mary Is Still Recovering!

Posted on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 by Paul

I stealthily escaped from the clutches of my cozy bed at 7:30 am, trying not to wake up the blankets that were clearly plotting to keep me hostage. I tiptoed to the office like a ninja on a mission, ready … Continue reading →

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More Time Needed For Recovery!

Posted on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 by Paul

It is now 7:33 am, and Mary has yet to move; even the dog is comatose this morning.  I was in the office working away on the Daily Diary when Alexa sent me an announcement, “Papa, please come and help … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrived And All Is Well!!

Posted on Friday, December 13, 2024 by Paul

When I think of the season, I think about TV shows I have seen, and Amos N’ Andy 1952 ranks pretty high on my Christmas favorites list—right up there with the time I accidentally set my holiday ham on fire … Continue reading →

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