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.

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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Mid-Week, Nada!

Posted on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 by Paul

We were up and moving early because I had a blood test scheduled at 10:00 am and a carotid artery ultrasound at 11:00 am.  Even though I practiced for the blood test, it is always an experience. We drove about … Continue reading →

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It’s Painting Day! Today We Got Our First “Toofer”!

Posted on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 by Paul

We met up with Colleen in the kitchen around 7:00 am American time.  Colleen is still three hours ahead of us.  We had a cup of coffee and three bananas.   After yesterday’s meal, none of us were hungry, so my … Continue reading →

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The Weak Begins But We will Be Strong After The Gym Visit

Posted on Monday, February 9, 2026 by Paul

Colleen was up because she is still three hours ahead.  Colleen wanted to go to Dunkin’ Donuts for her caffeine fix, so, being rather brilliant, I sent Colleen in The Silver Fox with instructions to get lattes for Mary and … Continue reading →

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We Are Getting A New Arrival!!

Posted on Sunday, February 8, 2026 by Paul

The sun was not even up when I hit the floor this morning.  Knowing her nibbs would be sleeping for a while, I prepared myself a cup of joe and readied the daily diary for another entry!  I noticed that … Continue reading →

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Saturday Is a Work Day! No, Really!!

Posted on Saturday, February 7, 2026 by Paul

Just us!  Robin, Mary, and I had our morning coffee and chatted for a while before getting to work.  Mary and Robin headed to the office so Mary could get her 1099s downloaded with Robin’s help.  I headed to the … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrived And We Are Busy As Usual!

Posted on Friday, February 6, 2026 by Paul

It’s Friday, and we have zero plans for the day.  Mary knocked out the bills online in the office, and I went to the kitchen and fixed a magnificent breakfast—so magnificent the smoke alarm stood up and applauded.  What did … Continue reading →

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It’s That Day!!

Posted on Thursday, February 5, 2026 by Paul

I planned to sneak Mary away for a rendezvous at the Elks at noon, although she said she prefers I use the front door!  So we had our coffee instead, and then we traveled in The Silver Fox to the … Continue reading →

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Windy Is As Windy Does!

Posted on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 by Paul

Midweek activities began early today.  The wind last night was horrible, but it had some benefits: the house stayed “warm,” and I did NOT freeze when I got up at 6:30 am.   The wind chimes were going all night long, … Continue reading →

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Get Out The Paint!

Posted on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 by Paul

This morning, I woke up quietly and tried to be sneaky so Mary could keep sleeping.  I tiptoed out of the bedroom around 6:30 am and turned off the heat.  Instead, I went to the TV room, grabbed a fuzzy … Continue reading →

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