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.

Planning To Plan Is Tiring!

Posted on Thursday, April 3, 2025 by Paul

Happy Birthday to our oldest grandson, Jonathan! Thirty-five years young, he and Sarah were such a joy to be with this summer as we toured the Caribbean together. This morning, we took it slow and got our coffee before walking … Continue reading →

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Time For The “Mid-Week Crisis”

Posted on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 by Paul

It’s morning, and we went outside to check for signs of wabbits. The garden smelled terrific, thanks to our neighbor’s orange trees, which are in bloom.  No wabbits were to be found, so I guess the steel netting pissed them … Continue reading →

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We Can Breath Again! Taxes Are Done!

Posted on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 by Paul

So, it’s Tuesday, and we are off to the gym for our morning bone-crushing exercise.  I checked my BP, and I was 120/80, just like I used to be, and I felt marvelous.  We went through our exercises, making sounds … Continue reading →

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Tax Day; Oh My!

Posted on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 by Paul

I attempted to get the doctor to write me a note excusing me from having to go to the tax man, but alas, Dr. Mary refused and told me to “Man up!” So, we departed the house at 10:00 am … Continue reading →

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We Piddled All Day!

Posted on Sunday, March 30, 2025 by Paul

Mary took it easy and worked inside while I managed to putter around the backyard all day.   I fixed the drip system for the roses, moved the patio furniture around so we could roll in the swing when it rains, … Continue reading →

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Saturday Has Arrived!

Posted on Saturday, March 29, 2025 by Paul

We are up!  Life is good!  The garden awaits us!  But Scout is still asleep and he is holding Lamby Pie, his little friend.   Too cute!  Scout is so gentle with his toys some of which he has had since … Continue reading →

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The Week Is Almost Gone!

Posted on Friday, March 28, 2025 by Paul

We went to the gym to be bent and twisted to feel better! We did feel better, and to prove that, we headed to the garden and spent hours towing the barge and lifting the bales! We have several bags … Continue reading →

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Work Work Work!

Posted on Friday, March 28, 2025 by Paul

After our cup of coffee and the morning garden tour, we got ready to go to the Elks for Girls Night Out, but first, a stop at Home Depot was required!  We needed supplies! We got some strawberries, flowers, watermelons, … Continue reading →

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We Are Having Our Mid-Week Crisis!

Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 by Paul

We go to the gym with our first-aid kits and handwritten 3×5 cards with “If Found, Please Call 555-55-5555 or 911” printed clearly. After the 90-minute workout, we are often in a daze and wander around the parking lot looking … Continue reading →

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We Know What Money Laundering Is Now!

Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 by Paul

We got a call from Leah, our friend and travel agent, and we made our reservations to spend Christmas and New Year’s at the South Pole!  Almost a month away from home, wow!  The things you do when you get … Continue reading →

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