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 And February Has Arrived!

Posted on Saturday, February 1, 2025 by Paul

It is only 327 days until Christmas!  The year is moving along! I got a note from my cousin Claudia, who said her husband Doug has been having some medical issues. He is back home now and doing well, but … Continue reading →

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The End Of The Week And She Remains Weak!

Posted on Friday, January 31, 2025 by Paul

Well, Sleeping Beauty is doing just that!  So I went to the kitchen, made myself a Cup ó Joe, and returned to the office to play on the computer.   Working on the computer does two things for me: 1) it … Continue reading →

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Thursday Has Arrived!

Posted on Thursday, January 30, 2025 by Paul

Speedy is a relative term!  It’s been since Tuesday a week ago that Mary has been down and out, but she is a trooper, never complaining unless it’s about a) the food service, b) me NOT wearing the French Maid’s … Continue reading →

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Mid Week And Mary Is Still Recovering!

Posted on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 by Paul

I stealthily escaped from the clutches of my cozy bed at 7:30 am, trying not to wake up the blankets that were clearly plotting to keep me hostage. I tiptoed to the office like a ninja on a mission, ready … Continue reading →

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More Time Needed For Recovery!

Posted on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 by Paul

It is now 7:33 am, and Mary has yet to move; even the dog is comatose this morning.  I was in the office working away on the Daily Diary when Alexa sent me an announcement, “Papa, please come and help … Continue reading →

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Monday Has Arrived

Posted on Monday, January 27, 2025 by Paul

My eyes finally popped open at 7:30 am—like a can of soda that’s been shaken too much—unusually late for me. Then it hit me: Scout had been up and down all night, turning our house into a midnight racetrack. Honestly, … Continue reading →

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Rainy Day; Good Time To Recover!

Posted on Sunday, January 26, 2025 by Paul

Mary is still recovering and it is probably a broken rib.  In most cases, a fractured rib will heal on its own in about six weeks. Doctors no longer prescribe compression wraps for rib fractures, because they can restrict breathing, … Continue reading →

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The Rain Is Coming!

Posted on Saturday, January 25, 2025 by Paul

Mary’s back is still very sore after tripping over Scout two days ago and hitting the wall on the way to the ladies room in the dark.  She no longer laughs at me as I shuffle my feet across the … Continue reading →

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Fridays Comes From Norse Goddess Of Love, Marriage, And Fertility

Posted on Friday, January 24, 2025 by Paul

We worked around the house, with Mary going through her jewelry boxes. I put away the generator and cleaned up the garage/workbench! Things are looking pretty good. Our landscaper rainproofed the backyard, as we are expecting on Saturday! Our car … Continue reading →

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Thursday Was A Good Day!

Posted on Friday, January 24, 2025 by Paul

Mary and I were moving before 7:00 am and feeling pretty good.  My nose has stopped running, and Mary’s back seemed OK after tripping over the dog again! We spent the morning in the office tackling a mountain of mail … Continue reading →

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