Category Archives: Working Around House

Back To Normal (Whatever That Is!)

Posted on Thursday, October 8, 2026 by Paul

Today was easy! We were up and working in the office while also getting ready for Girls’ Night Out at the lodge. The regulars were there except for Will and Iris. We have two funnies to share. Last month, Owen … Continue reading →

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Oh No! Today Is Gym Day!!!!

Posted on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 by Paul

My internal clock is still completely broken. I crashed early and then—bam—my eyes popped open at 4:00 am like I had been summoned by a rooster with a personal grudge. Mary adjusted easily, of course, but I suppose that’s expected … Continue reading →

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T-1; We Are Ready For The Adventure!

Posted on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 by Paul

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Today we are off again for self-induced body bashing. We saw that the Peak Performance gym … Continue reading →

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To The Gym & Packed!

Posted on Monday, September 21, 2026 by Paul

It’s Monday, and even though I tried to hide from the calendar, I could hear screams and yells in my head, which meant GYM DAY! We arrived a little early, and I got in eight miles on the upright stationary … Continue reading →

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A Slow Weekend!

Posted on Saturday, September 19, 2026 by Paul

Today I did not even touch my camera! We just worked around the house and got things ready for the upcoming adventure. We watched some TV, walked the garden, and straightened things up for tomorrow’s visit with David, Mary’s son, … Continue reading →

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Oh My! We Nearly Lost A Computer

Posted on Friday, September 18, 2026 by Paul

We were up and moving before 7:00 a.m., heading to the office for our daily cage match with the digital world. On the bright side, I learned several colorful new words that apparently can be used to describe a computer … Continue reading →

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The Apples Did Not Work!

Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 by Paul

Remembering my father, Paul William Liles, on his birthday. Paul William Liles, born in McRae, Arkansas, in 1906, would have been 120 years old today, but alas, God called him home 56 years ago; his life and legacy remain deeply … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Is Here, Watch Out For Paint!

Posted on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 by Paul

We were up fairly early and worked in the office. I went through the bills and nearly passed out because we had several surprises this month! The rental property had to be refurbished; I needed a second 20 TB hard … Continue reading →

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Monday Was Labor Day, And We Labored!

Posted on Monday, September 7, 2026 by Paul

We were up early because our gym was open and waiting for us! My trainer put me through the hoops! In addition to the five-mile bike ride, I got to sit on a big rubber ball and do the twist! … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready!

Posted on Saturday, September 5, 2026 by Paul

We were up early and dressed to get ready for tomorrow’s party, come rain or shine! We are still talking about last night’s Beatles show! We worked on the front and back patios, plus did some trimming and working with … Continue reading →

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