Category Archives: Working Around House

How About A Little Country?

Posted on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 by Paul

The airport express departed about 30 minutes late due to scheduling difficulties.  They got dropped off at a few minutes prior to 8:00 am so they will have time to check-in and get new tickets for the change in flights.  … Continue reading →

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Monday Was Get Ready Day!

Posted on Monday, July 31, 2023 by Paul

Memories: Off To Hawaii in 1951!  My father was raised in Arkansas and experienced the Great Depression while living in Southern California.  Unfortunately, he never had the opportunity to travel much.  My mother was the same way but feared flying … Continue reading →

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Time To Unlax!

Posted on Sunday, July 30, 2023 by Paul

To Mary:  Your face brings a smile to my face every day, and for that, I’m forever grateful. Happy anniversary to the person who makes my heart sing. When we woke up, we found that our yard was clean, and … Continue reading →

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Happy Adversity & Happy Birthday!

Posted on Friday, July 28, 2023 by Paul

Thank you,  Mary,  for giving me the remarkable memories of yesterday, the overwhelming happiness of today, and the sweet promise of all the days to come on our 2nd wedding anniversary. Today, we woke up early as we have to … Continue reading →

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Tuesday And Time To Sleep!

Posted on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 by Paul

Today, we spent time working in the garden.  After being away for the weekend, there was a lot of catching up to do.  However, we will be away for two weeks next month, so we have enlisted our house sitters … Continue reading →

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Moday Is Wonderful; We Are Retired!

Posted on Monday, July 10, 2023 by Paul

Time For A Memory:  Beware Of The Bomb!  The launch and orbit of the Soviet missile Sputnik in 1957 caused Americans to build bomb shelters, also known as ‘fallout shelters’, to protect against radioactive fallout in the event of a … Continue reading →

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A Day Of Rest!

Posted on Sunday, July 9, 2023 by Paul

Mary is very practical and is careful with money. She makes purchases after giving them a lot of consideration as evidenced below. We have a combination drink cooler and BBQ on our patio! We have been together every single day … Continue reading →

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The Weekend Had Arrived!

Posted on Friday, July 7, 2023 by Paul

The morning stroll started with sitting by the fire and having our coffee.  It was 60 degrees outside, but by the fire, it was toasty.   While sitting there, I told Mary, “I have a burning question!” I bought a friend … Continue reading →

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Girls Night Out

Posted on Thursday, July 6, 2023 by Paul

We worked in the garden for about two hours after having our coffee.  Mary picked a mess of tomatoes and corn for the gang at the Elks.  Having friends has some very positive benefits; we do not waste any of … Continue reading →

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The Smoke Is Waffs Through The Air

Posted on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 by Paul

We woke up fashionably late today, almost 7:00 am, after our wild partying shenanigans yesterday.  Because of our wonderful family and friends, the kitchen was spotless, and the house was immaculate!  The partying thing was terrific! Scout was in the … Continue reading →

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