Category Archives: Working Around House

We Are Getting A New Arrival!!

Posted on Sunday, February 8, 2026 by Paul

The sun was not even up when I hit the floor this morning.  Knowing her nibbs would be sleeping for a while, I prepared myself a cup of joe and readied the daily diary for another entry!  I noticed that … Continue reading →

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Saturday Is a Work Day! No, Really!!

Posted on Saturday, February 7, 2026 by Paul

Just us!  Robin, Mary, and I had our morning coffee and chatted for a while before getting to work.  Mary and Robin headed to the office so Mary could get her 1099s downloaded with Robin’s help.  I headed to the … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrived And We Are Busy As Usual!

Posted on Friday, February 6, 2026 by Paul

It’s Friday, and we have zero plans for the day.  Mary knocked out the bills online in the office, and I went to the kitchen and fixed a magnificent breakfast—so magnificent the smoke alarm stood up and applauded.  What did … Continue reading →

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Windy Is As Windy Does!

Posted on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 by Paul

Midweek activities began early today.  The wind last night was horrible, but it had some benefits: the house stayed “warm,” and I did NOT freeze when I got up at 6:30 am.   The wind chimes were going all night long, … Continue reading →

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January In California, It’s Going To Be 87 Today!

Posted on Saturday, January 31, 2026 by Paul

Oh my, the weatherman indicates it will be in the high 80s today!  That’s great news for my garden and terrible news for my will to do literally anything else.  I guessit’ss time to wrestle with the weeds like they … Continue reading →

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V-Day Is Coming Soon!

Posted on Thursday, January 29, 2026 by Paul

We are just two short weeks away from Valentine’s Day, and I am already excited about the Elks Lodge Love Boat dinner dance.  We will have Colleen with us that evening.  She might be a little late, as it is … Continue reading →

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The Weak Begins With A Trip To The Weightlifting Wonderland

Posted on Monday, January 26, 2026 by Paul

We arrived at the gym 30 minutes early, ready to conquer the stationary bike like it was a wild stallion!  After burning enough calories to earn a participation trophy, we transitioned to the fun and games—also known as the “let’s … Continue reading →

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Sunday, Time To Rest!

Posted on Sunday, January 25, 2026 by Paul

Mary slept like a log, and after 12 hours, I decided to turn on the heat, since the house was 61 degrees and my bathrobe wasn’t keeping me warm!  I changed into jeans.  Finally, at 8:20 am, she woke up … Continue reading →

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A Day To Recover; An Evening To Party!

Posted on Saturday, January 24, 2026 by Paul

Mary slept past 8:00 am this morning, and let me tell you, that’s like Bigfoot getting caught on camera—it just never happens!  But after all the meds she took to relieve the pain, we totally understand why.  I mean, with … Continue reading →

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The Only Thing That Changes Is The Weather!

Posted on Thursday, January 22, 2026 by Paul

Last week it was so hot that I considered applying SPF 1000 just to step outside. This week, it’s like Mother Nature’s gone bipolar—highs in the 60s and rain! At this rate, my wardrobe is just going to be a … Continue reading →

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