Monthly Archives: August 2026

Monday Means “Pain Day”

Posted on Monday, August 31, 2026 by Paul

We departed for the torture chamber at 8:10 a.m., giving us just enough time to pedal the stationary bikes roughly five miles through dense forests and scorching deserts. Along the way, we narrowly avoided dinosaurs, boulders, and at least one … Continue reading →

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Sunday, A Time To Unlax!

Posted on Sunday, August 30, 2026 by Paul

Today was, for the most part, a diddly-squat day, a day everyone needs once in a while. We had planned to hit the garden, but we traded it for two hours with Robin, just jabbering, recounting memories, and planning future … Continue reading →

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It’s Saturday, Lunch At The Farmhouse!

Posted on Saturday, August 29, 2026 by Paul

We got up early because we had an appointment with the kids at Roger’s Gardens at 11:00 am. The Farmhouse opens at 11:30 am, so we had thirty minutes to walk through this year’s Halloween displays! We go every year. … Continue reading →

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We Are Getting Ready For A Visit!

Posted on Friday, August 28, 2026 by Paul

We worked all morning getting the patio ready for our visitors. By noon, we were cleaning up because we both looked like walking dirtballs. Hannah and her family are coming along with sister Lisa for a short stay in the … Continue reading →

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We Had A Surprise Visitor!

Posted on Thursday, August 27, 2026 by Paul

We had a 9:00 am appointment with Amy and her eye doctor, so we had to be up at 6:30 am to get ready and head to Newport Beach. As soon as we arose, we headed to the kitchen to … Continue reading →

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Mid-Week: Detailed Planning Required!

Posted on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 by Paul

It’s that time!  We must trudge off to the gym and subject our fragile bodies to sustained abuse! First, we hit the floor, and our legs are stretched,g with several back muscles providing audible feedback in the form of snaps, … Continue reading →

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Tonight, The Theater!

Posted on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 by Paul

We had to reschedule this morning because we had an appointment with a GI doctor in Yorba Linda at 9:00 and 9:30 am. We both went in and saw him together. The doctor was really good. Definitely an Indian, but … Continue reading →

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A Slow Day, No Way!

Posted on Monday, August 24, 2026 by Paul

It’s Monday. I woke up, glanced at the calendar, and saw the dreaded words: GYM TIME. “Oh no,” I thought. “Another day of forcing my poor little fragile body into positions usually only seen in horror movies and IKEA assembly … Continue reading →

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Happy 80th Birthday, Bob!

Posted on Sunday, August 23, 2026 by Paul

Today we celebrate the birth of our good friend Bob Zaitz, who is turning 80, and that is fortunate because it is also his IQ.  We were supposed to pick up the decorations at his house at 10:00 am, but … Continue reading →

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Saturday, Another “Work Day”!

Posted on Saturday, August 22, 2026 by Paul

7:30 am, and we are out and about fighting our worst enemies, overgrowth and weeds! The corn was done for this year, but we found an additional nine ears, which we will snack on for the rest of the day … Continue reading →

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Work First, Play Second!

Posted on Friday, August 21, 2026 by Paul

It was one year ago today that we lost Irene, whom we called “Mom.” She was a great lady who will always be remembered! It’s 5:30 am, and we are dressed to kill, weeds that is!  We hit the garden … Continue reading →

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Another Busy Day!

Posted on Thursday, August 20, 2026 by Paul

I am still reeling from the phone call yesterday with my college roomie! That was sixty years ago, and he is doing just fine living in Encinitas. In college, on fraternity row, we had a “Chariot Race.” All the fraternities … Continue reading →

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Today We Go International!!

Posted on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 by Paul

No gym today, as we planned to take Dianne to the doctor for an eye checkup after her operation.  We moved gym day to Thursday.  Well, around 9:15, Dianne called and asked where we were.  We had a puzzled look … Continue reading →

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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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Saying Goodbye And Learning Foods!

Posted on Monday, August 17, 2026 by Paul

We were up and moving early because today we had a scheduled beatdown — and yes, we actually paid for it. Truly a brilliant business model: “Please hurt me, here’s my credit card.” We escaped the punishment right at 10:00 … Continue reading →

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We Are Going To See The Cars At The Elks

Posted on Sunday, August 16, 2026 by Paul

Today we look back in history! Yes, today is the day we go shopping for a car we can’t afford!  A new Cadillac or a new Lexus?  Perhaps a Mercedes?  Nope, we are looking for a 1955 Packhard Caribbean! The … Continue reading →

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Always In Hot Water!!

Posted on Saturday, August 15, 2026 by Paul

Good morning!  On this day in 1914, the Panama Canal opened for traffic. The SS Ancon, a cargo and passenger ship, was the first vessel to navigate the canal.   We just went through the canal two years ago. We had our … Continue reading →

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Friday Has Arrived, And We Are Ready!

Posted on Friday, August 14, 2026 by Paul

We rose before the sun, heroic and slightly confused. We marched to the office, where we gulped the coffee with a dramatic wheeze. “Perfect,” Mary said, sipping bravery. Paul opened the email inbox and discovered 147 emails, each apparently urgent … Continue reading →

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Visiting The Elks Twice!!

Posted on Thursday, August 13, 2026 by Paul

We were up early this morning after yesterday’s rest!   Today we visited the Elks twice, once for lunch and then again for dinner dancing. At 9:45 am, we headed to Michaels to get a watercolor picture framed for Bob’s birthday … Continue reading →

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We Are Having A Mid-Week Crisis!

Posted on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 by Paul

We slept late because yesterday apparently tried to kill us. We woke up with just enough time to throw on our “exercise costumes” and sprint out the door like two aging superheroes whose only power is being late. We arrived, … Continue reading →

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