Category Archives: Working Around House

Off And Running; Time To Decorate!! I Retired 6,666 Days Ago!

Posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 by Paul

We had to get ready for an appointment with the dermatologist at 9:00 am in Los Alamitos.  When I arrived at the waiting room, I saw a large number of people, so I asked, “How many people have never raised … Continue reading →

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Between Gym Days!

Posted on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 by Paul

At 6:00 am, we are awake and ready to go.  After a cup of coffee, we headed to the garden, where we harvested, set up additional rabbit barriers, and gathered the corn stalks that were harvested this year. The rest … Continue reading →

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We Give Busy A New Meaning!

Posted on Saturday, June 14, 2025 by Paul

We are expecting an 80-degree day, so we’d better get to tending the garden early before the heat hits.  Our peppers are still producing, even after we’ve given away thirty of them to friends.  The ones below are mild and … Continue reading →

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We Did Diddley Squat!

Posted on Friday, June 13, 2025 by Paul

We checked our calendar twice and sure enough, we had nothing planned.  This is the second time this week.  That means it is gardening time. We took out showers, and it occurred to me that if you drop soap on … Continue reading →

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Hump Day Has Arrived And We Are Ready!!!

Posted on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 by Paul

Morning has arrived with a vengeance, and I am ready to take on the challenge.  I decided to send Mary to the gym, and I would stay home.  When I explained my plan to Mary, she grabbed me by the … Continue reading →

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Work Work Work

Posted on Friday, June 6, 2025 by Paul

We strolled the garden to see what would be in the next meal, and the cucumbers were coming on strong.  These guys begin to grow slowly, and then they take off like a shot. Did You Know? Cucumbers, despite being … Continue reading →

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Monday Was A Day To Relax!

Posted on Monday, June 2, 2025 by Paul

We awoke to the sound of Scout wanting out, and then we looked at the wall clock!  Oh my goodness, we have to be on our way to the gym in less than 30 minutes. We made it just in … Continue reading →

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Zip Nada, We Stayed Home!

Posted on Saturday, May 31, 2025 by Paul

Mary made significant progress in the office.   After thirteen trips to the file cabinet and fourteen to the trash, her chair is now visible.  The desk, not so much!! We received an email from our dear neighbor, Jeff, who included … Continue reading →

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We Made It, Another Saturday!!

Posted on Saturday, May 31, 2025 by Paul

I was up and going about 6:30 am, and I left Mary to get her beauty rest for another hour or so!  Scout was happy to see me and shot out the door like a small rocket heading for his … Continue reading →

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Be Prepared, Very Prepared!

Posted on Friday, May 30, 2025 by Paul

Oh my… We checked the calendar, and we are free until 5:00 pm, when the Elks will be hosting Larry Fresch and his band for a night of dancing and tomfoolery! During the day, we relaxed and did some work … Continue reading →

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