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Turkey Day Has Arrived!

Posted on Thursday, November 27, 2025 by Paul

I woke up and immediately screamed, “Activate: Feast Mode!” on my way to the kitchen to find my favorite knife and fork!   Mary almost fell out of bed, but when she saw it was only 6:00 am, she went back … Continue reading →

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Today Is Watercolor Day!

Posted on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 by Paul

We worked in the office, and Mary sorted out all the medical bills from the last several months.  That was quite a task! She got ready to go painting around 10:30 am and headed out the door with her supplies … Continue reading →

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Day 6 – St. John’s, Antigua

Posted on Thursday, October 2, 2025 by Paul

We arrived at 6:30 am and spent the day touring the island with our own private tour bus courtesy of the kids. St. John’s is the capital of Antigua and Barbuda, a vibrant port renowned for its historical significance, including … Continue reading →

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Day 5 – Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Posted on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 by Paul

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, is known for being the capital of the Dutch side of the dual-nation island, a major cruise port, and a duty-free shopping hub on Front Street.  The capital’s layout features a more tourist-focused Front Street and a … Continue reading →

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Day 3 – Charlotte Amalie

Posted on Monday, September 29, 2025 by Paul

Charlotte Amalie is a city and cruise ship port on the Caribbean island of St. Thomas.  It is the capital of the US.  Virgin Islands.  Its Danish colonial architecture includes Blackbeard’s Castle, a 1600s watchtower.  The 99 Steps ascend to … Continue reading →

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Octoberfest At The Elks

Posted on Saturday, September 20, 2025 by Paul

The three of us were up and had our coffee before Robin departed for home.   She will return tonight for round two of the weekend, Oktoberfest! We worked in the yard for a bit, but spent the rest of the … Continue reading →

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Off To The OC Fair (Our 28th Year!)

Posted on Friday, August 15, 2025 by Paul

It’s time for the OC Fair, and Robin joined us for the day!  We arrived 15 minutes ahead of gate opening and parked within 50 feet of the orange gate!  The girls posed right before we went inside. First stop … Continue reading →

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Our Fifth Oldest Grandson Turn 18 Today!!

Posted on Saturday, August 2, 2025 by Paul

We spent the morning preparing the house for the expected 2:00 pm onslaught of teenagers for Charlie’s 18th birthday shindig.  It’s hard to imagine Charlie is eighteen years old, driving, and heading for college soon! Joe came over early and … Continue reading →

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We Are All Over Town Today!

Posted on Thursday, July 31, 2025 by Paul

The alarm clock rudely interrupted our sleep at 5:30 am.  It was set so we could be ready to hit the highway at 6:45 am for a 7:30 am appointment with Mary’s physical therapist. While I was not uncomfortable sitting … Continue reading →

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Time For Friends And Family

Posted on Saturday, July 19, 2025 by Paul

We had our coffee and worked in the office, but Mary jumped up at 10:00 am and ran out the door!  I thought she had been bitten by something.  Well, it turns out she was.  She got bit by the … Continue reading →

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