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.

T-1; The Great Escape Is Tomorrow!

Posted on Monday, June 1, 2026 by Paul

We were up fairly early and greeted by Mark and Colleen, who clearly had a plan.  Before I knew it, we were all in the car headed to South Coast Plaza Crystal Court, where I was gently—but effectively—hog-tied into buying … Continue reading →

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Today Is Another Family Activity; Shopping And Eating!

Posted on Sunday, May 31, 2026 by Paul

We were up around 8:00 am, by which time Mark had already launched himself toward the co-op to meet up with Joe.  Meanwhile, Colleen, Mary, and I held a very important board meeting around the table—mostly dedicated to solving the … Continue reading →

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Saturday Was A Day Of Kinda Rest

Posted on Saturday, May 30, 2026 by Paul

We were up fairly early and did our necessary chores, like filling pill boxes and moving veggies from yesterday’s trip to H&H Nursery to the garden. My kids ganged up on me and FORCED me to commit to a new … Continue reading →

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Charlie Graduates Today!

Posted on Thursday, May 28, 2026 by Paul

I was up at O-Dark-Thirty with my trusty sidekick, Dr. Mary, and we were off to Long Beach for ANOTHER procedure on the old knogen.  That will make two this week.  My head will be so full of bandages, I … Continue reading →

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On The Run Again!

Posted on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 by Paul

We rearranged our schedule and went to the gym on Tuesday instead of Monday.   I was worried when we arrived at the gym because there were bales of hay and four horses outside.  A new gym machine, perhaps?  Hope, I … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Mary!

Posted on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 by Paul

Today, Mary has to share her birthday with John Wayne, James Arness,  Peggy Lee, Sally Ride, Al Jolson, and Jay Silverheels. Well, it finally happened.  Mary and I split up! It was a busy day: I sent Mary off to … Continue reading →

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Monday Was A Day Of Rest

Posted on Monday, May 25, 2026 by Paul

As we drove up, I could not believe it, the delivery truck was again parked in front of Peak Performance.   They had just driven up, so we rushed into the gym and began our exercise regimen.  I cycled for five … Continue reading →

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We’re Off To Seal Beach For Dinner!

Posted on Sunday, May 24, 2026 by Paul

While we were working around the house, we got two pictures of our daughter Robin at a wedding. I love this picture because it makes US feel so young! We kept working and filled another 90-gallon can with trimmings; the … Continue reading →

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200 Miles Of Perilous Highway!

Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2026 by Paul

We were up at the crack of dawn, or 6:30 am, whatever comes first, and prepared The Silver Fox for a trip to Northern California, Camarillo to be exact.  After cranking up the old girl (the car, not Mary), she … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrived!

Posted on Friday, May 22, 2026 by Paul

We smiled at each other before heading to the gym for our twice-weekly workout, both pretending we were excited and not just fulfilling a court-ordered agreement with our waistlines. When we arrived, there was a large media van parked in … Continue reading →

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