Category Archives: Working Around House

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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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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Taking Care Of Business

Posted on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 by Paul

It’s hump day, and we took it easy again.  Because of the upcoming party, we worked around the house, ensuring it looked like ordinary people lived inside (and outside). Again, we stayed home except for a quick visit to Home … Continue reading →

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T – Minus Five!

Posted on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 by Paul

This morning was supposed to be all about packing for our upcoming trip, but we got so engrossed in tending to the garden that we lost track of time! The garden had its own plans for us. We’re juggling preparing … Continue reading →

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Monday, T-Minus Six!

Posted on Monday, July 8, 2024 by Paul

We are packing and getting ready to go!  But first, the garden needs some TLC.  We walked into the garden for a few minutes and then headed to the gym to get our muscles pulled, pinched, poked, constricted, contracted, pressed, … Continue reading →

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It Is Saturday, All Day!!

Posted on Saturday, July 6, 2024 by Paul

We had a laid-back day!  We got up and walked in the garden before cleaning up and departing for the Tustin B of  A, Orange County Nursery, doubling back to CVS for a few goodies. So get this: I waltz … Continue reading →

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It’s The Turd Of July!

Posted on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 by Paul

The day got underway with a quick walk through the garden.  As I was turning the corner, I heard a p-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-t   p-s-s-s-s-s-s-t. I looked around and saw Lizzy sitting on the fence.   Lizzy is like our very own superhero lizard, … Continue reading →

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It’s The Tooth Of July!

Posted on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 by Paul

Today’s weather is as indecisive as a teenager in heat! It’s supposed to be in the mid-80s, so I’ll be sporting my ‘Gardening Costume,’ complete with a sunhat and flip-flops. Let’s hope I don’t scare the neighbors! I put on … Continue reading →

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