Monthly Archives: July 2014

Temecula & Dancing

Posted on Thursday, July 31, 2014 by Paul

 “In victory, you deserve Champagne. In defeat you need it.” – Napoleon Bonaparte We spent most of the day at Temecula at three wineries.  We began at Falkner (which is where we picked up our wine club delivery)  and then … Continue reading →

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Golf And Visiting!

Posted on Tuesday, July 29, 2014 by Paul

When you look at your life, the greatest happinesses are family happinesses. ~Joyce Brothers We played golf today (it was a “98” kinda day) with James and then Charlotte joined us on the back nine!  After the game we headed … Continue reading →

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We Worked Today… Ugh! Then Celebrated!

Posted on Monday, July 28, 2014 by Paul

Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~Author Unknown We had several people over to do/estimate work on our house today and between the visits we worked in the garden and cooked!  We have a lot of fixes … Continue reading →

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Dancing and Treadmmll…

Posted on Sunday, July 27, 2014 by Paul

And I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free. And I won’t forget the men who died, who gave that right to me. ~Lee Greenwood We had a generally light day.  We went to the … Continue reading →

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A Visit, Celebration, And Dance

Posted on Saturday, July 26, 2014 by Paul

Having a place to go — is a home. Having someone to love — is a family. Having both — is a blessing. ~Donna Hedges We had our first Logan visit this morning. Our dear friend Vicky just became a … Continue reading →

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Golf & Dancing

Posted on Saturday, July 26, 2014 by Paul
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Yeah Today

Posted on Thursday, July 24, 2014 by Paul
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Golf And Connor Visit

Posted on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 by Paul

There is a good reason they call these ceremonies “commencement exercises.”  Graduation is not the end; it’s the beginning. ~Orrin Hatch We played golf and had a great time albeit very hot and muggy!  Good way to loose some weight… … Continue reading →

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Sea World Here We Come

Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 by Paul

The family is a haven in a heartless world. ~Attributed to Christopher Lasch We met up with the Duda’s and spent the day at Sea World. Join the fun!

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Day Trip – Hotel Del Coronado In San Diego

Posted on Monday, July 21, 2014 by Paul

My heart beats faster as you take my hand, my love grows stronger as you touch my soul. ~A.C. Van Cherub, 2009 The started out with the dentist… That would be bad except we love our dentist!  No cavities again! … Continue reading →

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Not Just Another Day

Posted on Sunday, July 20, 2014 by Paul

Forty-five years ago today, 500 million people around the world witnessed American astronauts Neil Armstrong, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin and Michael Collins as they embarked on the Apollo 11 mission to the moon.  Apollo 11 landed on the moon on July … Continue reading →

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Laguna Canyon and Starlighters… It was a Busy Day!

Posted on Saturday, July 19, 2014 by Paul

Our most difficult task as a friend is to offer understanding when we don’t understand. ~Robert Brault Join in Laguna at the Winery and at lunch!  Donna and Bob along with Ed and Kathy joined us for an afternoon of … Continue reading →

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Golf And Dancing… All The Exercise One Needs

Posted on Thursday, July 17, 2014 by Paul

A painter paints pictures on canvas. But musicians paint their pictures on silence. ~Leopold Stokowski We played eighteen with James and it was a good golf day… Paul shot 92.  That means tomorrow will be “difficult”.   We celebrated Jim Mongell’s … Continue reading →

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Golf And Dinner In The Garden

Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 by Paul

All four elements were happening in equal measure – the cuisine, the wine, the service, and the overall ambience. It taught me that dining could happen at a spiritual level. – Charlie Trotter We played eighteen with James today and … Continue reading →

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Old Timers & Disneyland With Amy & Joe

Posted on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 by Paul

Having a place to go — is a home. Having someone to love — is a family. Having both — is a blessing. ~Donna Hedge Once every few months Sue’s old workmates and us get together at Taco Surf to … Continue reading →

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Time For The Huntington Library

Posted on Monday, July 14, 2014 by Paul

Greg and Carri joined us for a day at the Huntington Library and Gardens.  We walked the grounds for hours just seeing new things and enjoyed each others company. Join the fun!

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Wine Tasting & Dancing

Posted on Sunday, July 13, 2014 by Paul

We went wine tasting at the Newport Ha rbor Elks and then headed to Old Ranch for our monthy dinner dance with friends.  

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To The OC Fair & Dancing!

Posted on Saturday, July 12, 2014 by Paul

We went to the OC Fair and met up with Robin and Nick!  Join the fun! After the Fair, we headed for the Garden Grove Elks and danced until about 10:30 with fiends.

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Golf And Dancing…. Great!

Posted on Friday, July 11, 2014 by Paul

We had breakfast at Old Ranch and then played eighteen with James.  We did some Happy Hour with James and Linda before heading to Altadena for our Rondeliers Dance Club annual Summer Casual…. Tropiccal Sunset.  Please join us!

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The Birthday Girl Goes To Catalina

Posted on Thursday, July 10, 2014 by Paul

We are off to celebrate Sue’s birthday.  We saw many wild animals and especially thee buffalo. Join the fun We were in great shape returning home! After getting home, Sue opened her birthday gift form Aunt Kay!  We had it … Continue reading →

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