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.

The Weekend Has Passed!

Posted on Sunday, November 9, 2025 by Paul

Friday, we stayed home most of the day, only going to one doctor, a new record!  We wanted to go to Marie Calendar’s and place our order for Thanksgiving.   Mary had a great suggestion: have lunch and then order.  Alas, … Continue reading →

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Another “Outing”; Getting Back To “Normal”

Posted on Thursday, November 6, 2025 by Paul

Today marks four and a half weeks after being taken to the ER.  Two weeks in the hospital and two and a half weeks home.   I am feeling better each day and getting my strength back.  After three surgeries in … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween 2025

Posted on Friday, October 31, 2025 by Paul

We were ready to receive little monsters having a large mixing bowl full of treats, but as of 10 pm, we had a total of eight kids!

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The Tradition Continues

Posted on Sunday, October 26, 2025 by Paul

For a quarter of a century, we always had pumpkin carving parties, and even before the digital camera, we did the same.  This year, post-operation, I was in no condition to visit with a lot of people. Bob and Robin … Continue reading →

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Lost Three Weeks!

Posted on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 by Paul

Tuesday morning late, I was sliced open like a watermelon, leaving a 14″ slice down my tummy. The doctor removed about twelve inches of dead intestines and sewed me back up when I began a two-week stay in the hospital … Continue reading →

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Sirens Wailing, Horns Honking, Mary Was Taking Me To The ER

Posted on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 by Paul

Dr. Mary took control and got me inside the ER post-haste, browbeating the staff into submission; I am glad she was in my corner! A “tied up bowel” refers to a bowel obstruction, most commonly caused by a twist in … Continue reading →

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The Poo Hit The Shan!

Posted on Monday, October 6, 2025 by Paul

By mid-morning Monday, I knew something was wrong.   I felt “sick” but I lasted out the day.  My tummy was distended, and I could not eat.  Mary begged me to go to the ER, but I said, “I will get … Continue reading →

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Day 9 – Coming Home

Posted on Sunday, October 5, 2025 by Paul

We all signed up for “The Key,” meaning we had breakfast the morning the ship arrived, a time for remembering all the fun we had these last few days! Mary loves to celebrate and decided to see the doctor before … Continue reading →

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Day 8 – Sailing The Seas!

Posted on Saturday, October 4, 2025 by Paul

We had to speed up a bit as we have 1050 miles to cover.  We tried to go onto the veranda, but the wind was so strong that when we reached out to point at a bird, the wind whistled … Continue reading →

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Day 7 – Bridgetown, Barbados

Posted on Friday, October 3, 2025 by Paul

Bridgetown, Barbados, was named for bridges that crossed the Careenage.  It was Barbados’ capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring the world’s third-oldest parliament, founded in 1639.  Known for its historic architecture, vibrant markets, and role in the sugar … Continue reading →

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