Thoughts
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Graduation Week, Elk Initiation, and Great Beer: It’s a Busy One!
We’ve got a whirlwind of a week ahead, and I couldn’t be more excited. Karen and Travis are coming out from Colorado—yes, the Colorado crew is making their way to the desert! They’ll be here Wednesday just in time for… Continue reading
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OMG! My Lower Back is Killing Me!
I swear, my body is sending out distress signals in Morse code and I still can’t figure out what the heck it’s trying to say. All week, my lower back had been whispering little complaints—just enough to make me pause… Continue reading
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Why Can’t I Lose the Weight? My Lifelong Battle with the Scale
Let me just start by saying: I’ve been on a diet my entire life. No, really—my entire life. If there’s a diet out there, chances are I’ve tried it. Low-carb, low-fat, meal replacements, behavior modification, grapefruit before every meal… you… Continue reading
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Exploring My Journey into Abstract Portrait Painting
This past Sunday marked a significant milestone in my artistic journey—I completed my very first abstract portrait painting. Inspired by an online class and fueled by curiosity, I delved into the world of abstract art, a realm that allows for… Continue reading
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Weekend at the Elks Lodge: Good Times, Good Friends, and Giving Back
Our weekend at the Elks Lodge was the perfect blend of fun, friendship, and a little feel-good community service thrown in for good measure. Friday night was our usual gathering at the Lodge. It’s become a routine we genuinely look… Continue reading
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Side-Trip Stories from Our Grand Canyon Getaway
Bearizona: A Drive-Through Wilderness After soaking in the Grand Canyon’s epic scale, we swung down to Williams for the quirkiest wildlife stop ever—Bearizona. Picture a forested safari where the animals roam and you’re the one in a moving cage. The… Continue reading
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Experiencing the Grand Canyon: A Morning to Remember
What an unforgettable morning at the South Rim! We rolled into Grand Canyon National Park just before 9:00 AM under bright, clear skies—perfect temperatures, with just a gentle, cool breeze to remind us we were standing on the edge of… Continue reading
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Exploring Williams, AZ – A Quick Stop on Route 66
On our latest Arizona adventure, we found ourselves in the charming town of Williams, a place where the spirit of old Route 66 is alive and well. Tucked between pine-covered hills and historic railroads, Williams has a nostalgic vibe that… Continue reading
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A Sweet Return to Sam’s Club
Yesterday, I decided to take a little adventure down memory lane — straight to Sam’s Club. I saw an ad for 50% off senior memberships, and since I’m well past the qualifying age (thank you very much), I couldn’t pass… Continue reading
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Exploring the Casa Grande Ruins on a Warming Spring Day
Saturday we took a trip to the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, and it couldn’t have been a more beautiful day—though it definitely got hotter by the minute! The first thing we noticed was the sky—crystal clear, that signature Arizona… Continue reading
Reflections & Ramblings 