Category Archives: Holidays

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

To The Garden And Then To The Gardens!

Posted on Saturday, December 9, 2023 by Paul

I told Mary that I would be up and in the garden by 7:00 am, and I kept my word. However, she slept for another 45 minutes. Later, when I went to the front yard to get our amendments and … Continue reading →

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Out And About!

Posted on Friday, December 8, 2023 by Paul

“I hate it when 6 am comes at 6:00 am!  Mary had a gym appointment early in the morning, and I promised to drive her.  It’s dark and cold outside at 5:45 am.  And let’s say it’s not exactly warm … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Robin!

Posted on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 by Paul

Check Our Website For More Birthday Details! We woke up to temperatures in the 50s, and our dog Scout hesitated to go outside.  However, he eventually braved the chilly weather.  We spent the morning working in the office, and finally, … Continue reading →

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We Are Off And Running!

Posted on Sunday, December 3, 2023 by Paul

We woke up early to ensure that everything was perfect for the arrival of Diane and Megan, Mary’s daughter-in-law and granddaughter.  It’s our 27th year, and we want to make every visit unique and memorable. Did You Know?  In 1827 … Continue reading →

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December 1st; Christmas Is 24 Days Away!

Posted on Friday, December 1, 2023 by Paul

Mary and I started our day early in the morning.  She headed to her gym class while I went to Los Alamitos for a blood test necessary for my next week’s appointments.  We both got back home and reunited around … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween!

Posted on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 by Paul

Our day is free and clear, which is a rare occurrence.  We walked through the garden, and I told Mary, “I do my hair with scare spray on Halloween.” Halloween is the one time I’ll ask you to come as … Continue reading →

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Let’s All Be Cut Up’s!

Posted on Sunday, October 29, 2023 by Paul

It was 6:43 a.m., and I was making coffee for the lady of the house when suddenly the power went out.  This was not good, especially since we were hosting a party.  After some research using our iPhones, we discovered … Continue reading →

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Octoberfest And Fall; All At Once!!

Posted on Friday, September 22, 2023 by Paul

We started our day with coffee and a stroll through our garden, which is thinning with the arrival of fall today at midnight.  We still have a few tomatoes and think we will plant the winter garden in late October … Continue reading →

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Decorate and Visit!

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by Paul

Memories: Dad Got Fired!  It was 1958, and Dad and his boss shared buying duties for the fifteen-dime stores.  Dad had hardware, stationery, toys, and notions.  Ralph had everything else.  Well, Dad went to the toy show and saw a … Continue reading →

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D & D; Decorate And Dance!

Posted on Sunday, September 17, 2023 by Paul

We woke up early and began decorating. We unpacked boxes and replaced batteries. The countertops and tabletops were covered with decorations. I got busy outside and put up witch’s hats across the front of the house! We had another witch, … Continue reading →

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