Category Archives: Just Us

More Excitement For Oreo!

Posted on Saturday, November 7, 2026 by Paul

[timr] 350 Words! We worked in the office coordinating all the Christmas activities, and we’re busy every day! We had some errands to do, and Oreo wanted to go, so off we went. First, we had lunch at our favorite … Continue reading →

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A Sad Day For Our Country

Posted on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 by Paul

We didn’t do too much today. Mary went painting, and I worked around the house. I watched some of the election returns and could not believe that over half the country are liberals who want men in girls’ sports, want … Continue reading →

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Back To A Semi-Normal Day!

Posted on Thursday, October 29, 2026 by Paul

865 words! We worked in the office until 11:00am, then departed for the Elks weekly Girls Night Out! Oreo was her normal, wonderful self. We played ball inside for a while, and finally she said enough; time to go outside … Continue reading →

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Today We Gymed, Obtained, Dined, Shopped, Selected, Retrieved, And Delivered!

Posted on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 by Paul

799 words. Oreo got restless around 4:00 am, so I let her out of her crate and invited her outside. She looked up and, in NO uncertain terms, said something like, “Are you kidding? It’s cold and dark out there! … Continue reading →

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We Are Off To Get Brutalized!!

Posted on Monday, October 26, 2026 by Paul

My morning routine has changed now! I get up, turn on Mary’s bathroom heater, check the house temperature, adjust the thermostat, open the back door, and return to the bedroom so Oreo can escape! Oreo goes down the hallway like … Continue reading →

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Oh No! It’s Shout And Be Twisted Day!

Posted on Monday, October 12, 2026 by Paul

The calendar was turned, and the image of medieval people being tortured came into my rather overactive mind. Yes, it is gym day! We must go forth and submit to hours of pain and suffering only to look the same … Continue reading →

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Back To Normal (Whatever That Is!)

Posted on Thursday, October 8, 2026 by Paul

Today was easy! We were up and working in the office while also getting ready for Girls’ Night Out at the lodge. The regulars were there except for Will and Iris. We have two funnies to share. Last month, Owen … Continue reading →

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Recovery Is Under Way

Posted on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 by Paul

Mary got up early to sign up for her painting class, proving once again that art requires sacrifice — mostly sleep. While she was out becoming cultured, I bravely faced the mountain of suitcases, unpacked them, and launched a full-scale … Continue reading →

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T-1; We Are Ready For The Adventure!

Posted on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 by Paul

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Today we are off again for self-induced body bashing. We saw that the Peak Performance gym … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready!

Posted on Saturday, September 5, 2026 by Paul

We were up early and dressed to get ready for tomorrow’s party, come rain or shine! We are still talking about last night’s Beatles show! We worked on the front and back patios, plus did some trimming and working with … Continue reading →

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It’s Wednesday, and We Are Running At 120%

Posted on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 by Paul

We were up a little late,te but by 8:15 am we were on our way to get beaten up by the best at Peak Performance. Mary and I rode the stationary bikes almost four miles this morning. We worked hard … Continue reading →

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But We Are Retired!?

Posted on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 by Paul

The alarm made its UGLY sound at 6:00 am. Since we do NOT have an alarm, the sounds must have come from me! Anyway, I jumped up and checked whether all the files from the old Mac had transferred to … Continue reading →

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Sunday, A Time To Unlax!

Posted on Sunday, August 30, 2026 by Paul

Today was, for the most part, a diddly-squat day, a day everyone needs once in a while. We had planned to hit the garden, but we traded it for two hours with Robin, just jabbering, recounting memories, and planning future … Continue reading →

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We Had A Surprise Visitor!

Posted on Thursday, August 27, 2026 by Paul

We had a 9:00 am appointment with Amy and her eye doctor, so we had to be up at 6:30 am to get ready and head to Newport Beach. As soon as we arose, we headed to the kitchen to … Continue reading →

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Mid-Week: Detailed Planning Required!

Posted on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 by Paul

It’s that time!  We must trudge off to the gym and subject our fragile bodies to sustained abuse! First, we hit the floor, and our legs are stretched,g with several back muscles providing audible feedback in the form of snaps, … Continue reading →

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Another Hot Day In Paradise!

Posted on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 by Paul

Tuesday, and we’re already off to the races because: a) Mary has her painting class, and b) I had to wait for Home Depot to deliver a new refrigerator. While I was working in the garage, I had some time … Continue reading →

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We Are Going To See The Cars At The Elks

Posted on Sunday, August 16, 2026 by Paul

Today we look back in history! Yes, today is the day we go shopping for a car we can’t afford!  A new Cadillac or a new Lexus?  Perhaps a Mercedes?  Nope, we are looking for a 1955 Packhard Caribbean! The … Continue reading →

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Always In Hot Water!!

Posted on Saturday, August 15, 2026 by Paul

Good morning!  On this day in 1914, the Panama Canal opened for traffic. The SS Ancon, a cargo and passenger ship, was the first vessel to navigate the canal.   We just went through the canal two years ago. We had our … Continue reading →

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We Are Having A Mid-Week Crisis!

Posted on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 by Paul

We slept late because yesterday apparently tried to kill us. We woke up with just enough time to throw on our “exercise costumes” and sprint out the door like two aging superheroes whose only power is being late. We arrived, … Continue reading →

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Today Was Painting Day!

Posted on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 by Paul

We were up and going around 6:00 am, as today is 1) get-ready-for-the-board-meeting day and 2) watercolor painting day! I got on a roll and got out all my shoes, ALL 24 PAIRS.  Oh my, I might be a girl!  … Continue reading →

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