Category Archives: Doctor

We are always going to one doctor or another; its our age!

It’s Tuesday, Artist At Work!

Posted on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 by Paul

Where did the sun go?  Yesterday it was 85 degrees, and today we woke up to cold, fog, and the kind of weather that makes you question every life choice before coffee. We were up at 5:00 am because we … Continue reading →

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OUCH! No Food, No Drink? Impossible!

Posted on Thursday, May 7, 2026 by Paul

It’s NOT a great day when you wake up and cannot have coffee!  Not even a scone, a donut, or anything else.  I am fasting, which means looking at food and drink with deep emotional attachment but without any physical … Continue reading →

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Another Busy Day!

Posted on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 by Paul

I was up at o’dark thirty and decided to work on the HeShed even before m’lady rose to greet the day!  I have made great progress since we decided to give Vicky 150 feet of unopened outdoor LED string lights … Continue reading →

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Thursday Was A Zip-Zip, We Were All Over The Map!

Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2026 by Paul

This morning, we were up at 5:15 am, getting ready for the trip to Long Beach to see the plastic surgeon who is scheduled to remove some cancer from behind my ear.    We always get a good time to … Continue reading →

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On The Go!

Posted on Monday, April 27, 2026 by Paul

We were up and going early because we had to be at Amy’s doctor’s office in Newport Beach for an eye checkup.  We went down via the backroads and had it in less than an hour.  We were about 15 … Continue reading →

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Oh No! This Is My 4,206th Monday On This Planet!

Posted on Monday, April 20, 2026 by Paul

Oh No!  It’s that dreaded Monday, meaning we must head to the gym for our bi-weekly bout with almost certain death.  The workout!  After a shower, I suited up in my Ninji black workout uniform and headed to the car.  … Continue reading →

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Oh My, Cold And Rain Today!

Posted on Monday, April 13, 2026 by Paul

Life really does go by too fast—now we’re basically speedrunning time.  We wake up Monday, blink, and suddenly it’s Friday afternoon, like, “Welp, there goes the week.” We have absolutely no clue how we ever survived working jobs, because now … Continue reading →

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Sitting All Day Is Hard Work!

Posted on Friday, April 10, 2026 by Paul

The nasty alarm went off at 5:00 am, reminding us we needd ot be in Newport Beach at 7:30 am to meet with Amy & Joe at the neuro-ophthalmologist.   We all arrived on time and after a quick coffee at … Continue reading →

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Busy Day Ahead

Posted on Thursday, April 9, 2026 by Paul

I will do the first part Ms. Boop suggests and have a grateful heart.  As for an open mind, that will require some serious work!! We were up at 6:30 am since we are going to Whittier to see Amy’s … Continue reading →

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Toosday Has Shown Itself And We Are Ready!

Posted on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 by Paul

We have to be at the Tustin Seniors Center at 8:15 am to get in line to sign up for the watercolor painting class.  I always wondered who “WE” was, and now I know.  Mary signs up, and I provide … Continue reading →

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Back To “Normal”

Posted on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 by Paul

Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid medication used to reduce inflammation, itching, and swelling, or to replace the natural cortisol produced by the adrenal glands in adrenal gland conditions.  It is available as creams, ointments, tablets, and injections, and treats conditions such … Continue reading →

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Home Sweet Home! AKA, Back To Work!

Posted on Monday, March 30, 2026 by Paul

First of all, HAPPY BIRTHDAY LISA!  My niece is now officially thirty years young and happily married with a beautiful son!  Wow, how time flies!! We had to sprint out the door to the gym for our twice-a-week appointment with … Continue reading →

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Tax/Doctor Day, Oh My!

Posted on Monday, March 16, 2026 by Paul

We were up and running early because we were heading in completely different directions.  Mary was off to see the tax accountant (because nothing says “fun morning” like paperwork and panic), and I was taking Bob Z. to the hospital … Continue reading →

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Friday Means The Weekend Is Near!

Posted on Friday, March 6, 2026 by Paul

It was supposed to be a gardening day, but Mother Nature showed up with 30 mph winds and a bad attitude.  Between the dirt trying to exfoliate our faces and Mary’s contact lenses threatening to turn into potato chips, we … Continue reading →

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Another Busy Day Going Here And There!

Posted on Friday, February 20, 2026 by Paul

Today’s agenda: Maximum relaxation—with one tiny plot twist.  I’ve got a 2:00 pm doctor appointment (because nothing says “self-care” like medical paperwork).  It’s dinner with Robin at a local Mexican restaurant… exact location TBD based on vibes, hunger level, and … Continue reading →

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The Weatherman Missed… Again!

Posted on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 by Paul

It is Wednesday, and that normally means we are off to the gym, but today, Mary went alone to face the onslaught from the personal training staff.  I stayed home to work with Jeff’s kids so the plumbers could get … 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 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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Down And Out!

Posted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 by Paul

Even after resting yesterday after watercolor class, Mary’s back was still on the fritz. In slang, “fritz” almost always appears in the phrase “on the fritz,” meaning something is broken, not working correctly, malfunctioning, or out of order, like a … Continue reading →

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