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 Week Started Without Us!

Posted on Monday, August 12, 2024 by Paul

Guess where we were early this morning? Yup! We went VFR (via the coffee pot) to the garden and worked for two hours. The garden looks great, and we have two beds almost ready for fall planting. All we need … Continue reading →

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Stay At Home And Relax!

Posted on Sunday, August 11, 2024 by Paul

We are experiencing immense joy! Starting the day early to tend to the garden, diligently disposing of waste, and contemplating our choices for the next planting phase.  The garden is getting ready for the fall plantings. Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage … Continue reading →

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Lou Oh? No, Luau! I’m So Cornfused!

Posted on Saturday, August 10, 2024 by Paul

Happy Birthday, Rita (my mother-in-law and best friend).  Had you not gone to heaven too early, you would be 97 years old today!  I miss you! It is now Saturday morning; we checked the calendar, and it is empty until … Continue reading →

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The Weekend Is Here, Now What Do We Do?

Posted on Friday, August 9, 2024 by Paul

You know it will be an exciting day when you’re out there at the crack of dawn, trying to fit 200 gallons of garden waste into your neighbor’s trash can before the garbage truck arrives. It’s all fun and games … Continue reading →

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It’s Thursday And That Means…

Posted on Thursday, August 8, 2024 by Paul

We decided to take it easy today, so we worked in the garden for an hour, filling up the last of the 100-gallon trash cans. Then, it was time to zip into the shower and get ready to get our … Continue reading →

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A Lovely Day In The Neighborhood

Posted on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 by Paul

We were in our birthday suits, busily trimming the tomatoes for almost two hours, when that pesky cooking bug bit Mary again!  When she uncovered an aggregation of squash blossoms, you could hear her heart begin to race.  She burst … Continue reading →

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Quiet Again!

Posted on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 by Paul

Paul was up at 4:30 am, ready to drive Chuck and Lisa to the John Wayne Airport.  We made it there and back in less than 46 minutes; thank goodness for minimal morning traffic. By 5:30 am, I was back … Continue reading →

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Out With Friends

Posted on Monday, August 5, 2024 by Paul

Today, we are back amongst the living! We were up bright and early and headed to the backyard before it got hot.  We must recover all the patio furniture and get ready for the equipmemt folks picking up the party … Continue reading →

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We Is Pooped Out!

Posted on Sunday, August 4, 2024 by Paul

Today we planned zip, nada, zero!  We are going to relax.  We went to lunch with Chuck and Lisa at the Orange Circle and then headed home for a well deserved nap! We discussed the party and decided it was … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Irene!!!

Posted on Saturday, August 3, 2024 by Paul

Join The Fun On Our Website The day began with “Oh No!  I left the sprinklers on!!!”  Lying in bed, I heard water and looked outside; the table and chairs were getting a bath.  It’s 5:00 am, so I figured … Continue reading →

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