Category Archives: Art

Mary is our resident artist, and we are so happy that she has opted to take some classes in painting.

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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A Busy Day It Is

Posted on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 by Paul

It’s Tuesday, and we are off like a herd of turtles—slow, determined, and occasionally distracted by snacks. We spent several hours working in the office, some of which involved attending to Her Majesty, Grace, who continues to rule the household … Continue reading →

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Sunday Has Arrived! A High Of 91 Is Expected!

Posted on Sunday, August 9, 2026 by Paul

Morning arrived, and the three of us shuffled into the kitchen in search of coffee—also known as liquid eye-opener, heart starter, and the only reason we don’t communicate exclusively in grunts before 9 am. Robin had to head out early … 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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It’s The Tooth Of August!

Posted on Sunday, August 2, 2026 by Paul

Never a dull moment in this household.  Today we went to Old World in Huntington Beach for a German festival.  I got all dressed up in my Lederhosen and off we went!  Mary tried to put on her dirndl, but … Continue reading →

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Oh My, The Weekend Is Just Hours away!

Posted on Saturday, July 25, 2026 by Paul

Success… well, sort of! We were enjoying our morning coffee on the patio when I checked the security camera—and there was our missing kitty!  She was actually inside the trap… but somehow managed to tiptoe around the strike plate like … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrived!

Posted on Friday, July 10, 2026 by Paul

At exactly 6:00 am, we launched ourselves out of bed with all the speed and grace of two antique refrigerators being pushed downhill.  Our knees held a committee meeting before approving the first step.  Every joint announced its presence with … Continue reading →

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Time To WORK In The Veggie Garden!

Posted on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 by Paul

We got up, checked the weather, and decided 8:00 am was the right time to return to the garden, continue planting the new veggies, and remove the ones past their prime. We enjoyed our coffee and fought the battle of … Continue reading →

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The Kids Are Off, Going Home!

Posted on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 by Paul

We got up early to head to the airport, but first we had to hit UPS and The Original Pancake House—priorities: packages, pancakes, then planes. But before departing, Colleen took her camera into our backyard and took pictures of some … Continue reading →

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Another Busy Day

Posted on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 by Paul

To the gym on Tuesday?  Yup, we changed days because Mary is going with Amy to the various eye doctors.  As we entered, the music stopped, and the trainers ran to get their torture tools, which included: • Rack • … Continue reading →

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