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.

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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We Are Going To See The Cars At The Elks

Posted on Sunday, August 16, 2026 by Paul

Today we look back in history! Yes, today is the day we go shopping for a car we can’t afford!  A new Cadillac or a new Lexus?  Perhaps a Mercedes?  Nope, we are looking for a 1955 Packhard Caribbean! The … Continue reading →

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Posted on Saturday, August 15, 2026 by Paul

Good morning!  On this day in 1914, the Panama Canal opened for traffic. The SS Ancon, a cargo and passenger ship, was the first vessel to navigate the canal.   We just went through the canal two years ago. We had our … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrive And We Are Ready!

Posted on Friday, August 14, 2026 by Paul

We rose before the sun, heroic and slightly confused. We marched to the office, where we gulped the coffee with a dramatic wheeze. “Perfect,” Mary said, sipping bravery. Paul opened the email inbox and discovered 147 emails, each apparently urgent … Continue reading →

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Visiting The Elks Twice!!

Posted on Thursday, August 13, 2026 by Paul

We were up early this morning after yesterday’s rest!   Today we visited the Elks twice, once for lunch and then again for dinner dancing. At 9:45 am, we headed to Michaels to get a watercolor picture framed for Bob’s birthday … Continue reading →

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We Are Having A Mid-Week Crisis!

Posted on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 by Paul

We slept late because yesterday apparently tried to kill us. We woke up with just enough time to throw on our “exercise costumes” and sprint out the door like two aging superheroes whose only power is being late. We arrived, … Continue reading →

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A Busy Day It Is

Posted on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 by Paul

It’s Tuesday, and we are off like a herd of turtles—slow, determined, and occasionally distracted by snacks. We spent several hours working in the office, some of which involved attending to Her Majesty, Grace, who continues to rule the household … Continue reading →

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