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A couple of weekends ago Jerry and I decided to have a picnic at our local Lake Mission Viejo. We were surprised and delighted to see it was practically deserted. The trees surrounding the walk way were blooming in beautiful clusters of white flowers. We stayed late enough for the perfect hour as our son [...]

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Jerry and I love to go on our weekend walks away from all the busy streets and noise in our local neighborhood. We usually go on several of the trails that are behind most of the homes here in Orange County. Once in a while we’ll get in the car and drive a short distance [...]

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Prior to meeting friends at the restaurant to celebrate Jerry’s 60th birthday, I had our son Matthew snap a few photos with his sweet Ms Yuki. This is always an adventure! It’s obvious she loves her grandma, the feelings mutual. Now who’s acting all shy? That’s my sweet Yuki! El Torito Grill brought a delicious [...]

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It’s hard to believe my love is 60 years old today. We have been together for over 51 years now and yes, I realize that dates us both. From the day I set eyes upon him until now, my feelings for him have grown 10 fold. Through all we have been through in our lives [...]

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On September 16, 2010 our son James Richard would have turned 38 years old. He lived until he was 8 years old, his life short, full of pain and sadness, something a parent never wants to endure. James or Jimmy as we called him, was given tremendous love from both Jerry and I and although [...]

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Despite the on-going and current “not feeling well latey” my birthday came and went. Guess I couldn’t stop that from happening even if I had connections! Jerry and I invited several of our close/local friends, as well as our son Matthew to join us at dinner at Mongolian BBQ. Jerry, the kids and I have [...]

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I haven’t been to our local man made lake here in Mission Viejo for quite some time, so when my dear sister/friend Jill suggested we go chill for a few hours I knew I had to say yes. My most awesome husband Jerry and I used to take our kids to the lake several times [...]

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Just in case you aren’t sure which items found under our couch in the TV room are from my side, let me clarfy. Everything on the right including the scrapbook cutout is mine. I think Jerry’s side looks more delicous though!

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Jerry, Matthew and I felt very fortunate to enjoy our Easter with 2 dear families this year. Our first destination was down in San Diego at my aunt and uncle’s house. Both my cousin Greg and my Aunt Lou and Uncle Jim’s house sit high up on a hill top with views one could only [...]

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For those of you who may be interested, posted here is a x-ray with dye contrast photo of the epidural needle in my lumbar spinal dura that my anesthesiologist placed there. I had this injection the first week of April and was honestly petrified to have the procedure done. With everything I have had done [...]

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