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.

It Be Saturday And We Have Nothing Going On! Until Dinner!

Posted on Saturday, February 21, 2026 by Paul

We slept in late this morning, not getting vertical until AFTER 8:00 am!  Oh my!   I fixed coffee, and when Mary came into the breakfast room, I heard the coffee mumble to itself! We piddled around the house most of … Continue reading →

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Another Busy Day Going Here And There!

Posted on Friday, February 20, 2026 by Paul

Today’s agenda: Maximum relaxation—with one tiny plot twist.  I’ve got a 2:00 pm doctor appointment (because nothing says “self-care” like medical paperwork).  It’s dinner with Robin at a local Mexican restaurant… exact location TBD based on vibes, hunger level, and … Continue reading →

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More Water And Country Music

Posted on Thursday, February 19, 2026 by Paul

Today will be wet, at least from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm.  That is excellent news since we are going to Girls Night Out at the Elks, and then to a doctor’s appointment, and then to Cerritos Center for the … Continue reading →

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The Weatherman Missed… Again!

Posted on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 by Paul

It is Wednesday, and that normally means we are off to the gym, but today, Mary went alone to face the onslaught from the personal training staff.  I stayed home to work with Jeff’s kids so the plumbers could get … Continue reading →

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More Rain And a Lot Of Fun!

Posted on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 by Paul

The morning was wet, and the rain gauge proved it, showing we got 1 5/8 inches of rain yesterday!  In addition, it was colder than a well-digger’s butt (a favorite saying of my Dad).  We turned up the heat and … Continue reading →

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The Rain Cometh Down!

Posted on Monday, February 16, 2026 by Paul

Today we got 1 and 5/8th inches of rain! Today we expected rain, and the weatherman nailed it.  He said 9:00 am, and it started at 9:01—basically wizard-level accuracy.  Of course, that’s the exact moment we were headed out for … Continue reading →

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Colleen Goes Home!

Posted on Sunday, February 15, 2026 by Paul

We just dropped Colleen off, and we already miss her!  The 11:30 am drop-off was perfectly timed.  She was only with us for a week.  At this rate, we might have to install a revolving door.  Luckily, she’ll be back … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Posted on Saturday, February 14, 2026 by Paul

We were up and moving early and joined Colleen at the breakfast room table for a pot of coffee and a recreation of last night’s family dinner. Colleen is beside herself with excitement to be going to her mom’s birthday … Continue reading →

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The Week Has Become Weak!

Posted on Friday, February 13, 2026 by Paul

We cinched up our sweats and marched straight into the mouth of the dragon—because nothing says “self-care” like voluntarily entering a building where strangers hurt you on purpose. First, we rode the stationary bikes at breakneck speed.  Next week I’m … Continue reading →

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Time For “Girls Night Out!”

Posted on Thursday, February 12, 2026 by Paul

We have no idea what happened, but we didn’t get up until almost 8:15 am.  Apparently, “lounging around reading and watching TV” is an extreme sport—and we absolutely crushed it. We enjoyed our morning coffee with Colleen, who demonstrated the … Continue reading →

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