Category Archives: Holidays

We love all of the holidays becuase it means we get to see the kids and grand kids and great grandkids

Today We Celebrate Paul’s 77th Birthday!

Posted on Saturday, December 18, 2021 by Paul

Paul: “Doctor Mary, I get heartburn every time I eat birthday cake.” Doctor Mary: “Next time, take off the candles.” Today we celebrate, and we start by getting everything ready for this afternoon’s wild party.  The dancing girls arrived a … Continue reading →

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10,000 Lights Or Maybe 9,998?

Posted on Friday, December 10, 2021 by Paul

A friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become, and still gently allows you to grow. – William Shakespeare The morning was glorious without a cloud in the sky. … Continue reading →

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Robin’s Birthday Was Celebrated In Style!

Posted on Sunday, December 5, 2021 by Paul

I always get emotional on Robin’s birthday. Even my cake is in tiers. Bright and early, we braved the ice-cold air and wandered to the back of the house, threw off the spa cover with abandon, and jumped in, making … Continue reading →

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A Day To Remember; Off The Grid!

Posted on Thursday, November 25, 2021 by Paul

What would a barefoot man get if he stepped on an electric fence? A pair of shocks. We Got up this morning to start getting ready for Thanksgiving day, and, low and behold, the light wouldn’t come on in the … Continue reading →

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Geting Ready For Thanksgiving

Posted on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 by Paul

What sound does a turkey’s phone make?” “Wing, wing, wing! We were up early and started preparing for Thanksgiving. We did some errands first, like getting two new tables, just in case, and then to Walmart to get all the … Continue reading →

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Sunday And Another “Christnas Activity” At The Elks!

Posted on Sunday, November 14, 2021 by Paul

Never keep up with the Joneses. Drag them down to your level. It’s cheaper. One eye popped open, and I turned over to look at the clock; it can’t be 7:00 AM already!  It was indeed time to get up … Continue reading →

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Carve That Pumpkin; Tote That Bale!

Posted on Saturday, October 30, 2021 by Paul

Eat, Drink & Be Scary We were up by 7:00 AM and getting the house for the family to join us around noon!  Mary worked in the kitchen and I attacked the outside.  The pizza was ordered at 11:00 AM … Continue reading →

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Friday And Mary Has A Half-Day Schedule! Yes!

Posted on Friday, October 29, 2021 by Paul

Why aren’t zombies ever arrested? They can’t be captured alive. Halloween is almost here; how about a bit of music to get you into the “spirit”? We finally got up at a reasonable le time, 6:00 AM.  Mary headed for the … Continue reading →

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1/2 Work; 1/2 Play; Celebrate All Day!

Posted on Sunday, July 4, 2021 by Paul

The only bakery I loved at the 4th of July carnival was selling pastries with stars and stripes. Others were just un-pastry-otic. The morning started as usual: work, work, work!   Mary worked inside, and I tackled the garage.  Mary has … Continue reading →

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Work And Play, A Plan For The Day!

Posted on Friday, July 2, 2021 by Paul

I don’t like to complain about the customer service of any business, but I didn’t appreciate being pushed over by the stockbroker when I asked him to check my balance. Bright and early, I was off the Casa Valencia to … Continue reading →

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