Category Archives: Elks

Mary and I are both Elks and we enjoy participating in their events and joining with our friends for special occasions!

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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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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Sunday has arrived; we are busy!!!

Posted on Sunday, September 20, 2026 by Paul

I was up and moving at full speed at 6:155 am because we are expecting company around 9:30 am. David and family are dropping by before they go to the baseball game, so we needed to get ready! At 7:00, … Continue reading →

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Another Thursday Means Girls’ Night Out

Posted on Thursday, September 17, 2026 by Paul

The clock read 6:00 am, and my eyes opened, ready to take on the day. Sleeping Beauty made some sounds but then fell back to sleep, as yesterday was very busy! Finally, at 7:08 am, I ran in and kissed … Continue reading →

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A Relaxing Day At Last!!!

Posted on Saturday, September 12, 2026 by Paul

The sun came up and so did we! At 10:30 am, Robin and Bob dropped by, and we went to the Elks Lodge for an orientation meeting with Alvaro, a friend from Boeing. He is in the process of being … Continue reading →

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We Had A Surprise Visitor!

Posted on Thursday, August 27, 2026 by Paul

We had a 9:00 am appointment with Amy and her eye doctor, so we had to be up at 6:30 am to get ready and head to Newport Beach. As soon as we arose, we headed to the kitchen to … Continue reading →

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Happy 80th Birthday, Bob!

Posted on Sunday, August 23, 2026 by Paul

Today we celebrate the birth of our good friend Bob Zaitz, who is turning 80, and that is fortunate because it is also his IQ.  We were supposed to pick up the decorations at his house at 10:00 am, but … Continue reading →

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Saturday, Another “Work Day”!

Posted on Saturday, August 22, 2026 by Paul

7:30 am, and we are out and about fighting our worst enemies, overgrowth and weeds! The corn was done for this year, but we found an additional nine ears, which we will snack on for the rest of the day … Continue reading →

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Another Busy Day!

Posted on Thursday, August 20, 2026 by Paul

I am still reeling from the phone call yesterday with my college roomie! That was sixty years ago, and he is doing just fine living in Encinitas. In college, on fraternity row, we had a “Chariot Race.” All the fraternities … Continue reading →

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We Are Going To See The Cars At The Elks

Posted on Sunday, August 16, 2026 by Paul

Today we look back in history! Yes, today is the day we go shopping for a car we can’t afford!  A new Cadillac or a new Lexus?  Perhaps a Mercedes?  Nope, we are looking for a 1955 Packhard Caribbean! The … Continue reading →

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