Author Archives: Paul

About Paul

Just an old retired guy trying to finish out my last years on this planet. I lost my best friend and wife in early 2020. I was blessed again by reconnecting with Dr. Mary Côté, a long-time friend. Mary and I got married July 28th, 2021, and are enjoying life together and plan to spend the rest of our lives being a blessing to our friends and family.

Mid-Week: Detailed Planning Required!

Posted on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 by Paul

It’s that time!  We must trudge off to the gym and subject our fragile bodies to sustained abuse! First, we hit the floor, and our legs are stretched,g with several back muscles providing audible feedback in the form of snaps, … Continue reading →

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Tonight, The Theater!

Posted on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 by Paul

We had to reschedule this morning because we had an appointment with a GI doctor in Yorba Linda at 9:00 and 9:30 am. We both went in and saw him together. The doctor was really good. Definitely an Indian, but … Continue reading →

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A Slow Day, No Way!

Posted on Monday, August 24, 2026 by Paul

It’s Monday. I woke up, glanced at the calendar, and saw the dreaded words: GYM TIME. “Oh no,” I thought. “Another day of forcing my poor little fragile body into positions usually only seen in horror movies and IKEA assembly … 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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Work First, Play Second!

Posted on Friday, August 21, 2026 by Paul

It was one year ago today that we lost Irene, whom we called “Mom.” She was a great lady who will always be remembered! It’s 5:30 am, and we are dressed to kill, weeds that is!  We hit the garden … 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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Today We Go International!!

Posted on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 by Paul

No gym today, as we planned to take Dianne to the doctor for an eye checkup after her operation.  We moved gym day to Thursday.  Well, around 9:15, Dianne called and asked where we were.  We had a puzzled look … Continue reading →

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Another Hot Day In Paradise!

Posted on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 by Paul

Tuesday, and we’re already off to the races because: a) Mary has her painting class, and b) I had to wait for Home Depot to deliver a new refrigerator. While I was working in the garage, I had some time … Continue reading →

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Saying Goodbye And Learning Foods!

Posted on Monday, August 17, 2026 by Paul

We were up and moving early because today we had a scheduled beatdown — and yes, we actually paid for it. Truly a brilliant business model: “Please hurt me, here’s my credit card.” We escaped the punishment right at 10:00 … Continue reading →

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