Monthly Archives: January 2025

The End Of The Week And She Remains Weak!

Well, Sleeping Beauty is doing just that!  So I went to the kitchen, made myself a Cup ó Joe, and returned to the office to play on the computer.   Working on the computer does two things for me: 1) it … Continue reading

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Thursday Has Arrived!

Speedy is a relative term!  It’s been since Tuesday a week ago that Mary has been down and out, but she is a trooper, never complaining unless it’s about a) the food service, b) me NOT wearing the French Maid’s … Continue reading

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Mid Week And Mary Is Still Recovering!

I stealthily escaped from the clutches of my cozy bed at 7:30 am, trying not to wake up the blankets that were clearly plotting to keep me hostage. I tiptoed to the office like a ninja on a mission, ready … Continue reading

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More Time Needed For Recovery!

It is now 7:33 am, and Mary has yet to move; even the dog is comatose this morning.  I was in the office working away on the Daily Diary when Alexa sent me an announcement, “Papa, please come and help … Continue reading

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Monday Has Arrived

My eyes finally popped open at 7:30 am—like a can of soda that’s been shaken too much—unusually late for me. Then it hit me: Scout had been up and down all night, turning our house into a midnight racetrack. Honestly, … Continue reading

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Rainy Day; Good Time To Recover!

Mary is still recovering and it is probably a broken rib.  In most cases, a fractured rib will heal on its own in about six weeks. Doctors no longer prescribe compression wraps for rib fractures, because they can restrict breathing, … Continue reading

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The Rain Is Coming!

Mary’s back is still very sore after tripping over Scout two days ago and hitting the wall on the way to the ladies room in the dark.  She no longer laughs at me as I shuffle my feet across the … Continue reading

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Fridays Comes From Norse Goddess Of Love, Marriage, And Fertility

We worked around the house, with Mary going through her jewelry boxes. I put away the generator and cleaned up the garage/workbench! Things are looking pretty good. Our landscaper rainproofed the backyard, as we are expecting on Saturday! Our car … Continue reading

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Thursday Was A Good Day!

Mary and I were moving before 7:00 am and feeling pretty good.  My nose has stopped running, and Mary’s back seemed OK after tripping over the dog again! We spent the morning in the office tackling a mountain of mail … Continue reading

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We Are On The Move!

The gym was ready, with the front door looking like its mouth was open and teeth showing.  We felt like lambs being led to the wolves!  We got beat up for almost 60 minutes AFTER riding the stationary bike for … Continue reading

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