Monthly Archives: January 2024

T-1 But Who Is Counting?

Posted on Thursday, January 11, 2024 by Paul

We woke up early and prepared for my eye doctor’s appointment at 11:15 am.  We arrived early, hoping to finish in time for “Girls’ Night Out” at the Elks, where we planned to bid farewell to everyone. As it turned … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready!

Posted on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 by Paul

We stayed at home and prepared for our upcoming trip.  First, we ensured that everything was in order for our dear friend who will be staying at our house.  We also made one of the guest rooms ready for our … Continue reading →

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Off To Seal Beach For Lunch!

Posted on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 by Paul

As the sun started to rise in the East, we got up from our beds and turned on the heat to melt the icicles that had formed in the house overnight.  We let Scout, our trusty sidekick, go out for … Continue reading →

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Monday, Off And Running!

Posted on Monday, January 8, 2024 by Paul

We have an appointment with the audiologist and plan to work out around 2:00 pm, which will keep us busy all afternoon. During our visit to the audiologist, we had a productive time.  My hearing aids were successfully paired with … Continue reading →

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A Day OF Rest!

Posted on Sunday, January 7, 2024 by Paul

Today, we didn’t accomplish much.  We walked around the garden, removed the tarp from our Christmas storage containers, and cleaned our garden workbench. I brushed a heavy varnish onto the workbench to protect it from the elements. Tung oil is … Continue reading →

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We Await The Evening To Arrive!

Posted on Saturday, January 6, 2024 by Paul

Saturday morning, we made sure to pack up all of Christmas and get it ready for hibernation until next year.  Mary was still feeling stiff from her desert ride, but she’s doing much better now. We did the last-minute things … Continue reading →

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Work Work Work

Posted on Friday, January 5, 2024 by Paul

I was up at the crack of dawn, ready to continue putting away Christmas.  Mary was already up as her medications had her wide awake. We called Colleen to see how the snow situation is going, and they expect 4-6 … Continue reading →

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Colder Than A Bubble Wrapped Well Diggers Butt!

Posted on Thursday, January 4, 2024 by Paul

Mary has been horizontal for three days, but things are improving.   I wandered into the master bedroom and offered to find her a movie or change the TV channel, and I got yelled at for using a candy bar; she … Continue reading →

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Yeah Doc, I Are A Good As New

Posted on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 by Paul

We were up at six and getting ready to go.  Mary was about 60% but. I could not get her to stay home and not go to the heart doctor with me. We stopped by Starbucks, or “rip-off joint,” and … Continue reading →

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Down For The Count!

Posted on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 by Paul

Mary remains down, but she is moving a little better today!  She is glued to the TV, and I am messing with the garage and office, attempting to get them into shape. Mary finally told me what was bothering her. … Continue reading →

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